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Start Well Course Overview 2025/26
Key training dates for Bolton Early Years Providers in Schools, Daycare, Out of Schools Clubs and Childminders.
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Mobile Drop-in Service by Job Centre Plus Bolton | Advice, Work, Skills and Careers Support
Get free advice and support with work skills, careers opportunities and support with the JCP. Service available across the borough in multiple locations.
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Bolton Start Well | Early Years Education and Childcare Update
This early years update is distributed by email on Fridays, currently biweekly.
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Incredible Free Safeguarding Training
See flyer for information.
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Become a Maths Champion in 2026 with NDNA | Membership Not Required
A 12-month flexible online programme of professional development, practical resources, and expert support to help practitioners embed high quality maths into everyday play and routines.
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Ofsted’s Update: Banned Dog Breeds and Domestic Childcare
Ofsted’s position on banned dog breeds and domestic childcare.
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REAL Family Fun Day | Bolton Central Library | Saturday 7th March 2026 | 10:00am - 12:00pm
Families with children under 5 welcome. Free to attend and no need to book. Come along, enjoy the activities that help boost early literacy, communication and language development.
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Can't accommodate a family? Let us know...
Whenever you are at capacity or unable to meet a families needs for childcare, please complete this short form. The information helps the authority track gaps in childcare.
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Job Vacancy: Part Time Childcare Practitioner
Job Vacancy: Part Time Childcare Practitioner Closing Date: 1st March 2026
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Physical Literacy Conference
Information for attendees.
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Early Education and Childcare Statutory Guidance Update
The Department for Education has revised the statutory Early Education and Childcare guidance, which came into effect from 1 April 2025.
