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Aberlour Futures recently hosted an engaging workshop on Effective Communication for staff at Fersands Nursery in Aberdeen. The session delved into the crucial role of effective communication in managing behaviour and emotions. Participants explored: The Power of Effective Communication: Learning essential techniques to foster positive interactions. Common Communication Barriers: Understanding the obstacles that hinder clear…

Little Clouds Nursery in Aberdeen welcomed back Aberlour Futures for another engaging training day. Tailored to their needs, the workshops covered 3 key areas: Block Play, Story Lines, and Enabling Environments, providing the staff with valuable insights and practical skills. Block Play: This workshop looked at how to enhance play areas to make them more…

We’re delighted to announce that we are holding our next virtual training session on 2nd November for childcare professionals interested in completing our Modern Apprenticeship programme in Social Services (Children and Young People). Do you have staff that could enhance their childcare career through a Modern Apprenticeship? Our Readiness for Assessment training is a preparation…

We recently hosted another successful training day in Aberdeen, empowering attendees with the tools and inspiration to unleash children’s creativity and provide engaging play experiences both indoors and outdoors. Key Highlights: Building Confidence and Skills: Participants learned practical techniques to foster children’s creativity and self-expression through visual arts, using materials like charcoals, pastels, music, and…

We have once again demonstrated our commitment to excellence in our SVQ and training delivery, receiving our third SQA ‘high confidence’ External Verification report for this year. This latest report, for our delivery of the Social Services Children and Young People SVQ awards, follows the previous Playwork and Core Skills External Verification reports which also…

Aberlour Futures has successfully delivered a tailored training session to Rocking Horse Nursery staff in Aberdeen, equipping them with essential skills to support the development of their youngest children. The interactive workshop focused on building strong, responsive relationships, understanding child development, and creating stimulating learning environments. By combining practical guidance with engaging activities, Aberlour Futures…

Aberlour Futures recently delivered an interactive, 2-hour child protection training course to staff at Kippie Kids Club in Aberdeen. The session focused on equipping staff with the knowledge and skills to identify and respond to concerns about children’s well-being during the summer camp. The training was well-received, with staff members expressing its value not only…

We’re delighted to announce that we are holding our next virtual training session on 17th August for childcare professionals interested in completing our Modern Apprenticeship programme in Social Services (Children and Young People). Do you have staff that could enhance their childcare career through a Modern Apprenticeship? Our Readiness for Assessment training is a preparation…

Spark Children’s Creativity using Visual Arts and Unleash the Learning of Play Outdoors Workshops on Saturday the 31st of August 10am-1pm at Robert Gordons College.   The practical workshops will help you develop the knowledge, skills, and confidence to spark and unleash children’s creativity and development and equip you with practical and fun play ideas to engage children indoors…