BAND Course Booking Policy

Bristol City Councils’ Early Years & Childcare Service currently funds part of BAND’s training programme and to extend the range of courses offered, BAND also raises funds from charities and trusts.

This allows us to offer the majority of courses for free to most Bristol Based play and childcare workers in Ofsted registered settings & member groups.

• We don’t accept bookings or requests to go on the waiting list for any courses that don’t have scheduled dates listed.
• Bookings are only accepted on receipt of a completed booking form via email or by post.
• We no longer require a deposit to book a place.
• Places are limited to 2 people from a setting, so book early as our courses are very popular.
• We don’t accept bookings or requests to go on the waiting list for any courses that don’t have scheduled dates listed.
• If you have a place we will send a confirmation email.
• If the course is full we will email to let you know straight away.

Cancellation and No Show Policy

• 48 hours’ notice of cancellation is required for all bookings.
• For cancellations of less than 48 hours and no shows, we will charge a £50 cancellation fee.
• The setting will receive an invoice for this fee and won’t be able to book on or attend any further courses until the cancellation has been paid. Please note: This includes places that may have already been booked.

In-House Training

BAND can offer an in-house training sessions for your staff team. Our highly expierenced trainers and practioners can offer sector specific training courses informed by the latest legislation and practice, drawing on BAND’s decades of knowledge gained working with settings in Bristol.

• Book your in-house staff training for critical topics like Child Protection, Safer Recruitment and more.
• Equip your setting with knowledge, tools and confidence.
• Professional development for staff and volunteers.
• Competitive pricing from a charity.
• Sessions can usually accommodate 12-15 people. For further details and prices please contact the training Department on email training@bandltd.org.uk