Schools, education and childcare Training for Wraparound Childcare providers

Playwork in Practice – Simon Bazley, Playful Futures

A photo of Playwork in Practice organiser -Simon BazleySimon Bazley leads Playful Futures. He has worked in playwork for many years and helped start the Playwork Foundation. He trains people across the UK and has won awards for his work.

Simon has worked with over 50 schools and supports places like nurseries, care homes, and pupil referral units. He helps adults understand how play can support children’s behaviour and feelings.

What is Playful Futures?

Playful Futures helps adults learn how playwork can support children. It shares this message with energy and care.

Simon’s workshops

Simon will run two workshops. Each one will happen twice to once in person and once online.

1. Quality in play

Learn how playwork helps children grow and learn.

  • In-person: Tuesday 30 September, 10:00 to 12:30 Friends’ Meeting House, M2 5NS
  • Online: Monday 6 October, 10:00 to 12:30 Microsoft Teams

2. Behaviour in play

Learn how play can help children manage their feelings and behaviour.

  • In-person: Tuesday 14 October, 10:00 to 12:30 Friends’ Meeting House, M2 5NS
  • Online: Monday 20 October, 10:00 to 12:30 Microsoft Teams
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