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Since
6th February 2002

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Scottish Out of School Care Network Home Page
Out of School Care Fun
The Scottish Out of School Care Network is a Scottish charity (SC020520) supporting school-aged play, care and learning. We promote, support and develop good quality, sustainable out of school care.

Our work promotes equal opportunities and children's rights according to the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child, in particular, Article 31: the right to play.

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SOSCN Conference 2010- Friday 26th November, Glasgow
FUTURE CHANGES

This conference focuses on the future changes affecting the sector including information on the Level 9 qualification for managers and changes to inspection requirements. Confirmed keynote speakers include Adam Ingram, Minister for Children and Early Years; Scottish Social Services Council; Care Commission; Scottish Government; and Scottish universities. A variety of practical workshops will focus on such topics as anti-bullying and children's rights.
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News
Funding opportunities through the Big Lottery Fund: Further information

Infection Control "Handy"- a free resource pack with posters and information about hand washing and infection control. Handy pack website
Further information: Global Handwashing Day

Out of School Care- Scottish Overview 2010
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Childhood Practice Award
SOSCN is currently seeking further information from the Scottish Social Services Council regards the implementation of the Level 9 and the development of vocational courses in addition to the currently available BA in Childhood Practice. In the meantime, please visit the SSSC website which has detailed information about the Childhood Practice Award, including a Frequently Asked Questions section:
SSSC: Childhood Practice Award information

Anti-bullying Policy Guidance
SOSCN and RespectMe, Scotland's anti-bullying service, have worked in partnership to develop up-to-date anti-bullying policy guidance- Anti-bullying Policy Guidance (pdf)

Making Space 2010 - international competition for innovative spaces for children, including out of school care settings. Further information

New SOSCN blog
www.soscn-updates.blogspot.com

SOSCN updates via Twitter
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SOSCN receives funding from the Scottish Government

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SOSCN is a member of the End Child Poverty Campaign

Last updated 19th August 2010.