Transformational Spaces: Nursery Practitioners Conference 2025

Schedule

Wed Oct 08 2025 at 10:00 am to 03:00 pm

UTC+01:00

Location

Oxford Island | Craigavon, NI

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We are delighted to invite you to the upcoming Nursery Practitioners Conference, taking place on Wednesday 08 October 2025 at Oxford Island. This event is open to all Nursery schools and will be a day of inspiration, collaboration, and practical insight.
Hosted by the IEF, the conference will explore how we can shape our settings into “Transformational Spaces”, environments that nurture children’s growth, development, and wellbeing.
The day will feature a programme of workshops and thought-provoking sessions, including:
🎒 Dan McFarland (‘Mr Mc’) – Sharing his insights on the ‘Magic of Outdoor Play’ and how we can transform our practice to support both children’s development and our own wellbeing.
🧩 PlayBoard NI – Offering perspectives on how we can build children’s emotional learning through play in early years education.
🌍 Northern Ireland Council for Integrated Education (NICIE) – Leading a session on implementing an Anti-Bias Approach in practice, with a showcase of practical resources to support inclusive education.
There will also be dedicated time for networking, allowing practitioners to share best practices and build connections.
A selection of information stands from supporting organisations will be available to explore further resources and opportunities.
✅ Registration is free, and sub cover can be provided.
You can register now by following the link below. Please feel free to share this invitation with colleagues and with your wider networks.
If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to contact [email protected] or call 028 9069 4099.
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Oxford Island, Lough Neagh Discovery Centre, Oxford Island National Nature Reserve, Craigavon, United Kingdom

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Integrated Education Fund

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