Resources & Training
Access CPD opportunities, downloadable materials, and training events to support your professional practice across Dundee's early years sector.
CPD & Professional Development
We will share details of upcoming CPD opportunities here as they are confirmed. Keep an eye on this page and the News & Updates section for announcements.
Useful Resources
A curated set of links to national frameworks, guidance, and professional development resources for Dundee's PVI sector.
Policy & Guidance
Quality Improvement Framework for the Early Learning and Childcare Sectors
LinkThe national quality improvement framework for ELC settings in Scotland, published by His Majesty's Inspectorate of Education. Use it for self-evaluation and improvement planning.
Visit resourceSSSC Code of Practice
LinkThe SSSC Code of Practice for Social Service Workers and Employers, setting out the standards of conduct expected of everyone working in social services in Scotland.
Visit resourceCare Inspectorate — For Providers
LinkGuidance, quality frameworks, and self-evaluation tools for registered childcare providers in Scotland.
Visit resourceNational Frameworks & Guidance
Curriculum for Excellence — Early Level
LinkEducation Scotland's framework for learning from birth to age 6, covering all curriculum areas.
Visit resourceRealising the Ambition: Being Me
LinkScotland's national practice guidance for early years, setting out what high-quality early learning and childcare looks like.
Visit resourceGetting It Right for Every Child (GIRFEC)
LinkThe Scottish Government's approach to improving outcomes for children and young people through a consistent, child-centred framework.
Visit resourceCPD & Professional Registration
SSSC Learning Zone
LinkFree online CPD resources from the Scottish Social Services Council, including e-learning modules for early years workers.
Visit resourceSSSC Registration — Early Years Workers
LinkInformation on SSSC registration requirements for practitioners working in early years and childcare settings.
Visit resourceTuras Learn
LinkNHS Education for Scotland's online learning platform, offering a wide range of CPD resources relevant to health and social care practitioners, including those working in early years.
Visit resourceEducation Scotland — Early Years Resources
LinkA hub of practice resources, research, and professional learning materials for early years practitioners from Education Scotland.
Visit resourceCare Inspectorate Hub
LinkImprovement resources, self-evaluation tools, and inspection guidance for registered childcare providers in Scotland.
Visit resourceNetwork Training Events
Regular events organised by the Dundee PVI Network — open to all members. From peer learning sessions to sector briefings, there's something for everyone.
Network Meeting — All Private Providers
FreeOur next network meeting for all private providers. Full details have been sent directly to members. Contact us if you have not received the information.
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Is there a topic you'd like us to cover, or a resource you think would benefit the network? We'd love to hear from you.