Play, Grow, Lead: The Summit for Child and Family Professionals

Be Part of a Movement that’s Changing the Landscape of Child & Family Practice.

Proudly Sponsored by: Aperion SEND Training and Consultancy

The Play, Grow, Lead Summit is a gathering of changemakers. On this day, child and family coaches, early years educators, social care professionals, play therapists, wellbeing practitioners, and parenting specialists will come together to connect, grow, and lead.

This event is powered by the Association of Child and Family Coaches (ACFC) — the UK’s growing professional body for coaching and therapeutic playful practice with children and families. We are proud to champion playful approaches, co-regulation, and evidence-informed support for families everywhere; and The National College for Care and Education (NCCE) — a specialist training provider in Early Years, Education, and Family Wellbeing.

Opening speech: Dr. Sam Ballington, Speech: "The Hidden Child"

Keynote Speaker: Sekia Blye (Speech TBC) Inspiring insights from a leading voice in child and family support.

Informal Networking: Time to connect, reflect, and refresh.

Professional Panel: Live discussion with frontline coaches and other professionals on what’s working, what’s not, and what’s next for child and family support. Panelists to be announced.

Lunch & Table Networking: A chance to enjoy lunch, build community, and an oppprtunity to network.

Spotlight Sessions: Short, powerful talks from 3 voices in the sector:

Charmaine Champ of Clear Steps Consultancy: More Than Just Toilet Training: The Holistic PEE & Poo Approach Amy Dalwood-Banks of Magic Minds Hypnotherapy: Calm Is Caught, Not Taught: Calm Is Caught, Not Taught: The Art of Co-Regulation in Families and Therapy Katie Grayson of the InnerMe Project: Helping Children Feel Safe in Their Bodies: A New Approach to Behaviour

Interactive Workshops: More information coming soon.

Recognition Ceremony: Celebrating the work of professionals working across the Child and Family sector making a difference across the UK. Special mentions and badges of recognition. No nominations - all guests will be considered via research.

Closing Remarks & Call to Action: Final words and invite continued connection.

The Association’s founder is Dr. Sam Ballington.

You can find out more information about Sam and about the Association on the following sites:

www.SamBallington.co.uk

www.childandfamilycoaches.org

www.NCCE-Learn.co.uk