At Swift, we understand that your nursery’s greatest strength is your team. Supporting them to grow in knowledge and confidence is not only good for their professional development, it’s vital for creating the very best outcomes for children.
That is why we are excited to launch our new Continuous Professional Development (CPD) programme, a series of short, online training sessions designed to give your staff practical tools they can use every day.
Why CPD is essential for nurseries
Ongoing professional development is at the heart of high-quality early years provision. With sector expectations constantly evolving, keeping staff up to date and confident in their practice makes all the difference.
As Sarah, who will lead Simple Adaptations = Success and Engagement, explains:
“When I was SENCO in a nursery, I saw how small changes could completely transform a child’s experience. I want to help practitioners see that with the right support, every child can thrive, and every practitioner has the ability to make that difference.”
Similarly, Wendy, who will deliver Supporting EAL and Selective Mute Children, shares:
“Communication is at the heart of everything we do. Supporting children with EAL or selective mutism is not just about language — it is about confidence, identity and belonging. I want to give staff practical strategies that truly make a difference.”
Benefits for your setting
- Ensure staff are confident and compliant with key safeguarding updates
- Strengthen retention by investing in staff development
- Build a culture of professional growth and reflective practice
- Gain practical strategies that can be applied immediately in your nursery
Sessions you can book now
- KCSIE 25 – Safeguarding update for nursery staff (6 October)
- Engaging children through music and creativity – Practical strategies to build children’s confidence (9 October)
- Simple Adaptations = Success and Engagement – Supporting learners with SEN through effective adjustments (23 October)
- Developing a Heuristic Environment – Using loose parts play to support communication and imagination (6 November)
…and many more, including sessions on attachment, SEN, literacy, expressive arts and positive relationships.
By investing in CPD, you are investing in your staff, your nursery and the children you care for. Together we can build a stronger, more confident early years sector.
