National Centre for Family Learning

A free association for professionals who work with families. A space to unite, share best practice, develop relationships and inspire families to learn.

[National Centre for Family Learning @FamilyLearning_]

As the education and early years sector navigates changing demands, we're looking back at the summer issue of Aluminate Magazine, which focuses on supporting wellbeing in practice.

📰 Join @cachealumni for free to read Aluminate magazine: https://t.co/67EhMIZ7Rj

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🎨✨@MK_Gallery are hosting a Sensory Symposium on Friday 13 November.

The event will explore the philosophy, practice and learning behind their Sensory Engagement Partnership with @CollarCuffsCo.

Book your ticket: https://t.co/iHG63Lfd5d

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On Thursday 8 October, @Literacy_Trust and @BritishCouncil will aim to set a new Guinness World Records title for the most people reading online in 12 hours 📚🏅

Find out how you can get involved: https://t.co/UqLfFiRitH

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Want to increase parent participation in your programmes?

The @nesta_uk Parent Engagement Playbook shares practical, evidence-based approaches to help more families find, start and complete programmes: https://t.co/xzm87D583I

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In their upcoming webinar, @Literacy_Trust will explore the crucial role practitioners play in shaping meaningful partnerships with parents and carers to support reading at home.

Register your place: https://t.co/J23dZ0OwuC

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Take a look back over our #FamilyLearningAwards case studies to explore imaginative, innovative and inclusive ways of delivering learning opportunities to families in their communities: https://t.co/QfJxH6p59v

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What’s the link between trauma and neurodivergence?

@NCFE's Senior Instructional Designer, John Maskrey, explores how trauma-informed practice can help create more supportive, inclusive environments where everyone can feel safe and understood: https://t.co/1f3wtYPIj6

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Money is part of everyday life, so why not make it part of everyday conversations with children?

Become an NCFL member to access resources, activity ideas and tips to help parents talk to children about managing and saving money, in an age-appropriate way: https://t.co/fOxiGsTcVk

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Our Sharing Stories Pack has over 50 resources, tips and ideas to help you choose the perfect story, plan a fun and engaging activity, and inspire families to read together at home.

Join the NCFL for free to access the resources: https://t.co/RhCPQFUep9

[National Centre for Family Learning @FamilyLearning_]

Going back to school can be an exciting time for children, but some children find the transition a little difficult.

@twinklresources have put together a range of resources to make the return to school a easier for children, teachers, parents, and carers: https://t.co/F41XUCBhrs

[National Centre for Family Learning @FamilyLearning_]

For many parents, navigating children’s use of technology is feeling increasingly complex.

Read @GoodPlayGuide's article in response to parents who want clearer guidance on what good digital experiences look like and how to build healthier habits at home: https://t.co/LG9kQOFaNc

[National Centre for Family Learning @FamilyLearning_]

If all children and young people are to become brilliant, motivated and creative learners and thinkers, then parental and family engagement in learning is key 🪁

Explore our #ParentPoweredLearning Practitioner Guide to find ways to engage your family learners: https://t.co/RjedT9is5X

[National Centre for Family Learning @FamilyLearning_]

There's still time to get involved with testing our new resource 📲

‘Play and learn with apps you already have’ was developed by @OxfordDeptofEd and NCFL. We're now looking for feedback from parents and family learning professionals: https://t.co/6nGE96ilf5

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👏 @UnpluggedTots was commended in the #FamilyLearningAwards for ‘Unplug and Play’.

Delivered in partnership with @Discover_Story, the sessions engaged around 250 adults and children through inclusive, hands-on learning experiences. Read more: https://t.co/1SWIz2kSXg

[National Centre for Family Learning @FamilyLearning_]

STEM with Mr N was commended in the Family Learning Awards for its emphasis on sustainability and independence, offering free videos, downloadable packs, and family friendly STEM resources designed around everyday household materials. Read more: https://t.co/QDC1aVre5D

[National Centre for Family Learning @FamilyLearning_]

We're looking for parents and practitioners to provide feedback on a new resource developed collaboratively by @OxfordDeptofEd and NCFL to address a gap in current conversations around screen time.

Find out more and get involved: https://t.co/6nGE96ilf5

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Lornshill Academy was recognised for innovation in the Family Learning Awards. The Fresh Approach to Family Engagement (FAFE) was created in response to a widening participation gap in school activities.

Read more: https://t.co/Yl7OxuBVNp

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Last year we invited Lauren Seager-Smith, CEO of @forbabyssake, to share insights into their award-winning therapeutic support programme for families affected by domestic abuse.

Revisit the webinar recording: https://t.co/vQJhMkZKyo

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The 'Building a Resilient Child' programme by @gateshead Learning and Skills was commended in the Family Learning Awards.

Read their story: https://t.co/Yl7OxuBnXR

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🎙️@KCETB was commended in the #FamilyLearningAwards for St John’s Podsquad, an imaginative family learning programme centred around podcasting.

Read their story: https://t.co/gpxwW8KnHj