https://www.boltonstartwell.org.uk/news Latest news Jadu CMS http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Wed, 11 Nov 2026 19:55:44 +0000 Wed, 11 Nov 2026 19:55:44 +0000 https://www.boltonstartwell.org.uk/news/article/876/bolton-start-well-early-years-education-and-childcare-update This early years update is distributed by email on Fridays, currently biweekly. Fri, 06 Nov 2026 13:52:00 +0000 https://www.boltonstartwell.org.uk/news/article/874/infection-prevention-and-control-in-early-years-settings-new-guidance New infection prevention and control guidance for early years settings launches across Greater Manchester.  Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:33:00 +0000 https://www.boltonstartwell.org.uk/news/article/873/mental-health-training-programme-2026 Bolton's Learning and Development Service offer a number of free mental health and wellbeing training sessions for anyone who works or volunteers in Bolton. Wed, 28 Oct 2026 10:10:00 +0000 https://www.boltonstartwell.org.uk/news/article/872/respond-nurture-thrive-roadshows-recognising-need-responding-earlier-working-together-to-tackle-child-neglect-in-bolton Join BSCP to explore Bolton's Neglect Strategy and practical tools that support earlier identification of need, strengthen multi-agency responses and improve outcomes for children and families. Mon, 26 Oct 2026 10:38:00 +0000 https://www.boltonstartwell.org.uk/news/article/871/have-your-say-on-the-gm-early-years-mental-health-hub-2-5s-project- Greater Manchester Combines Authority (GMCA) would like to hear from early years professionals to understand what is needed to support the mental health of 2-5 year olds in Greater Manchester. Wed, 14 Oct 2026 11:00:00 +0100 https://www.boltonstartwell.org.uk/news/article/840/bscp-newsletter-september-2026 This month's newsletter focuses on child neglect. Please consider the information a priority read. Thu, 24 Sep 2026 11:12:00 +0100 https://www.boltonstartwell.org.uk/news/article/870/safeguarding-prevent-training-preventing-radicalisation- Completing Prevent training is part of the government statutory guidance for local authorities and all staff with safeguarding responsibilities such as Designated Safeguarding lead, deputy etc. Thu, 24 Sep 2026 09:47:00 +0100 https://www.boltonstartwell.org.uk/news/article/776/termly-early-years-music-network-meetings-2026-and-2027 All early years practitioners with an interest in developing music practices are welcome! Free to attend, two venues! Tue, 22 Sep 2026 11:00:00 +0100 https://www.boltonstartwell.org.uk/news/article/868/bolton-community-college-free-british-sign-language-bsl-training-courses For eligible staff working in front-line public services. Mon, 21 Sep 2026 08:11:00 +0100 https://www.boltonstartwell.org.uk/news/article/867/household-support-project-by-the-crescent-food-bank The project is designed to provide practical support to households experiencing financial hardship. Apply by Wed 30th Sep 2026 by 9pm. Fri, 18 Sep 2026 09:29:00 +0100 https://www.boltonstartwell.org.uk/news/article/866/stoptober-2026-stop-smoking-campaign Find information about this years stop smoking campaign (Stoptober) and where to find free help, advice, and support in Bolton to help you quit for good. Tue, 15 Sep 2026 08:50:00 +0100 https://www.boltonstartwell.org.uk/news/article/864/funded-places-national-professional-qualification-in-early-years-leadership Registration now open! Tue, 15 Sep 2026 08:24:00 +0100 https://www.boltonstartwell.org.uk/news/article/862/foundational-adverse-childhood-experiences-aces-2026-2027 Free classroom and in-house bespoke training options available. Delivered by Thrive Manchester. Thu, 10 Sep 2026 10:49:00 +0100 https://www.boltonstartwell.org.uk/news/article/861/a-special-approach-to-making-it-real-in-bolton-parent-workshops-stories-sounds-and-sensory-play Upcoming parent / carer workshop dates in Autumn 2026. Sessions are online, free to attend and include free resources for families to use at home. Wed, 09 Sep 2026 13:11:00 +0100 https://www.boltonstartwell.org.uk/news/article/470/guide-to-free-services-and-activities-for-families-in-bolton-september-to-december-2026 The guide provides information for expectant families and families with children and young people aged 0-19 years or up to 25 years with SEND. Tue, 08 Sep 2026 12:32:00 +0100 https://www.boltonstartwell.org.uk/news/article/860/icon-week-2026-supporting-parents-protecting-babies ICON week 26 takes place Sep 21-25 - supporting families to understand that crying is a normal part of a baby's development, and offers simple messages to help reduce stress and prevent harm. Fri, 04 Sep 2026 11:57:00 +0100 https://www.boltonstartwell.org.uk/news/article/869/benedict-s-law-allergy-safety-in-school-statutory-guidance From September 2026, schools are required to have whole school allergy awareness training. Tue, 01 Sep 2026 09:10:00 +0100 https://www.boltonstartwell.org.uk/news/article/859/communicating-with-parents-about-school-attendance A link to information and resources to help schools communicate well with parents and carers to support improved attendance. Thu, 20 Aug 2026 10:45:00 +0100 https://www.boltonstartwell.org.uk/news/article/858/talking-walk-in-starting-21st-september-2026 Talking Walk-in drop-in sessions for preschool children and their families replacing the current EY/PSCC pathways will be available from the 21 September 2026, in Best Start Family Hubs. Mon, 17 Aug 2026 14:04:00 +0100 https://www.boltonstartwell.org.uk/news/article/856/inclusive-early-years-fund-2026-27-payments-issued Early years providers will be receiving their Inclusive Early Years Fund (IEYF) payment for the 2026/27 financial year soon. Fri, 14 Aug 2026 08:43:00 +0100