Early years educators complete SEND course

Nine early years educators from Guernsey have completed an internationally recognised qualification.

The early years additional learning needs coordinators have been presented with the CACHE Level 3 award for special educational needs and disabilities coordinators.

The training, which was fully funded by the States, is an Ofqual-regulated qualification enabling professionals to identify and support children aged 0-5 with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).

Course tutor Anne-Marie Grinsell said: "I am so proud of these Early Years Educators, who have committed to this professional development whilst continuing to work."

"They have worked hard, and you can see how much they have grown in confidence in their roles," she added.

Ruth Sharp, Head of Early Years, said: "They should be quite rightly very proud of themselves for this fantastic achievement.

"I have noticed how supportive they are of one another and how much this course has fostered a sense of togetherness, sharing and supporting one another in their roles."

The course was delivered over 12 sessions.

The qualification was awarded to Early Years professionals from establishments including Little Bears Nature Nursery, Elizabeth College Preschool, Woodlands Nursery and Little Rays of Sunshine Nursery.

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