All children should receive the best possible education in order to thrive, learn and develop. I am committed to promoting outstanding Early Years practice and provision, supporting colleagues to constantly reflect on and refine their practice, tailoring my training and consultancy services to meet individual needs.
Whole School Staff Meetings
Online Training
Early Years and Key Stage 1 Audits / Learning Walks
Bespoke Training
International Consultancy and Training
Conferences
Planning and Curriculum Support
Teaching Assistant Training
Helen has been a great resource for training and on campus advice in our Wellington China schools.Her warm and friendly approaches reassure practitioners and leaders alike whilst inspiring them to improve further. She has a great knowledge of the Early Years age range and just as importantly, a dedication to ensuring the very best conditions for learning for the children and teachers she supports. I would highly recommend her involvement in any school or setting.
Available training
What training is available?
Whatever your requirements are to improve the outcomes for our children, I can help. As well as consultancy, here are some other examples of support and training that I can provide:
Firm Foundations in the Early Years – Principles into Practice
During this training we explore:
- The key statutory and non-statutory requirements and how they inform practice in the Early Years
- How enabling environments and purposeful interactions from staff can support and extend learning, as well as enable children to reach high levels of engagement
- Curriculum development and assessment in Early Years
- How learning can be made visible in Early Years
Enabling Environments – Developing Continuous and Enhanced Provision in the Early Years
During this training we explore:
- How indoor and outdoor areas of provision can support all aspects of child development
- Possibilities in terms of organisation of provision and resources
- The role of the adult in creating an enabling environment
The Wonder of Mathematics in the Early Years
During this training we:
- Explore the developmental steps in early mathematics and how these can be supported in different contexts, including in children’s self-led play
- Consider how classroom routines and practice can further develop children’s understanding of mathematical skills and concepts
- Consider how mathematics can be supported and further developed in both the indoor and outdoor provision
- Share and discuss mathematical graphics and documentation in Early Years
The Classroom with no Roof – Developing the Outdoor Classroom in Early Years and Key Stage 1
During this training we explore the potential for learning outdoors and consider:
- How provision and practice in the outdoor space can support and extend not only children’s natural interests, but also key skills and knowledge in the Early Years
- Share ideas on areas of provision and key resources for the outdoor classroom, including possibilities for enhancements
- Consider the role of the adult when outdoors
About Me
My name is Helen Tate and I have worked in education for the past 32 years, the majority of which in Early Years. My experiences during this time are varied. They include teaching in Early Years and Key Stage 1, being part of a school leadership team which includes the role of Deputy Headteacher of a Teaching School, providing guidance, training and support to colleagues within the Early Years Sector, along with working for Wiltshire Local Education Authority as an Early Years Teacher and Consultant. I have worked for Early Excellence and continue to be an Associate Curriculum Consultant.
I have worked closely with head teachers, senior leaders and practitioners across a variety of pre-school and school settings, supporting the development of high quality Early Years practice and provision within the Foundation Stage, both in the UK and internationally.
Companies & People I’ve Worked With
I have had the privilege of having Helen work in my schools for the past 10 years, first as a Headteacher, and then in my role as Deputy CEO working across our family of schools. Helen has supported us by leading our EYFS team meetings as well as providing individual support for schools. Helen’s passion for Early Years is infectious, her depth of knowledge inspires all she works with, not just our EYFS leaders, and as a result her training is always one of the first to be snapped up as our team want to learn with her. Her one-to-one support for settings has supported so many leaders in their EYFS improvement journey, and as a result the provision children receive when her advice is followed is a much richer experiences and children’s outcomes inevitably rise.
Helen Tate is an absolute gem in the realm of Early Years Consultancy! Having collaborated with her for several years, I can attest to her unparalleled expertise in early years pedagogy. What truly sets Helen apart is her remarkable ability to tailor her training sessions to the specific needs of each school she works with. Her adaptability ensures that every educator receives guidance that is not only relevant but also highly effective in enhancing their practices. Helen’s approachability makes her a joy to work with, fostering an environment where questions are encouraged and ideas flourish. If you’re seeking a consultant who combines deep knowledge with a personal touch, look no further than Helen Tate.