JANUARY 15-16. CATHOLIC INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS. The annual conference for heads of CI schools will be held at the Swallow Royal Hotel, Bristol, to explore changes in legislation, finance, appointing staff and other issues. Workshops include: “Helping children experience bereavement, divorce and separation”; and “Marketing: how good is your school’s prospectus?” Fee: Pounds 145. Details: Francis Floyd, 01749 677408.
JANUARY 21. PROMOTING PARTNERSHIPS FOR YOUNG PEOPLE’S HEALTH. Organised by the Health Education Authority at Dartington Hall, Plymouth, for education, social services and health professionals. It will examine Plymouth’s Health, Education and Employment Zones, featuring local projects, such as Plymouth Youth Strategy Group and the “Social Coma” peer education drama group. Fee: Pounds 65 (concessions available). Details: Professional Briefings, 0171 233 8322; e-mail: profbriefings@msn.com
