Move More and Play - Reimagining Early Childhood

Welcome to Move More and Play: Reimagining Early Childhood!

Do you believe that our children need to move more and play more? Are you ready to revolutionise how you teach and inspire young minds? Do you want to empower yourself with the knowledge and strategy to push for play based learning in schools by bringing play and movement to the forefront of pedagogy?  Join us for a transformative day at the Move More and Play Conference on Friday 5th June 2026 at Aston University Conference Centre. This exclusive event is designed for anyone who is passionate about play & movement, in particular Early Years and Key Stage One Teachers, Practitioners, Professionals and Leaders who are on a journey of rethinking traditional methods and embracing creativity, movement and play in education.

Why Attend?

Now, more than ever, our children need us to change the narrative from ‘sit still and work’ to ‘move more and play’. If you signed the petition and joined Ruth's campaign to make learning through play statutory in KS1 then you need to be here - we will provide you with the tools to put this into practice! Discover innovative strategies to help children move more, play more, and learn more! This event is your opportunity to:

• Learn from two renowned international speakers, Helen Battelley (MA) and Ruth Lue-Quee (MEd) AKA @mymummyteacher who will share cutting-edge insights on learning through play and movement, along with campaign insights and updates

• Be inspired by guest contributors Dr William Zoppellini AKA @coffee_and_theory and Cari Dyson AKA @continuousprovisioninKS1withMrsD

• Connect with 100+ like-minded educators who share your vision for impactful early childhood education.

• Grow by embracing new ideas and actionable techniques to transform your practice.

What’s Included:

• Networking Opportunities: Meet and collaborate with other passionate educators.

• Exhibitors: Access the latest resources and materials to enrich your teaching from our hand picked exhibitors.

• Goody Bags: Take home our curated selection of goodies from our industry leading exhibitors to transform your classroom.

• Delicious Catering: Enjoy teas, coffees, and a delightful lunch to fuel your day.

Ticket Options:

1. VIP Experience – £115

   • Priority access with front-row seating.

   • Lunch and refreshments throughout the day.

   • An exclusive VIP after conference dinner with Helen and Ruth, alongside other VIP guests.

   • A premium VIP goody bag packed with extra resources.

1. Standard Ticket – £55

   • Full access to the day's sessions.

   • Lunch and refreshments throughout the day.

   • Networking with peers and exhibitors.

   • A goody bag to take home.

Schedule:

• 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM: Engage in inspiring talks, interactive discussions, and hands-on activities designed to help you bring movement and play into the heart of your teaching.

9.30 – Doors open, refreshments, networking

9.45 - Visit marketplace - your opportunity to browse and shop from our hand picked exhibitors

10am -Welcome and Introductions Helen Battelley and Ruth Lue-Quee

10:05am - Helen Battelley : Let’s get moving! Exploring brain / body connectivity in early childhood.

10:30am - Ruth Lue-Quee and Dr William Zoppellini : Play based Pedagogy Vs Formal Teaching

11am -Guest Speaker – Dr Aaron Bradbury : Play Matters

11.45 -Refreshment break

12:00pm - Helen Battelley: Active Learning in early childhood.

12:15pm - Ruth Lue-Quee: To play or not to play?

12:30pm - Interactive Table Tasks and Reflections

1pm - Lunch

1:45pm - Helen Battelley: Exploring the Sensory Systems

2.30pm – Ruth Lue-Quee and Cari Dyson: Weaving Playful Moments into the Classroom

3:15pm - Refreshment break (if needed)

3.25pm – Ruth Lue-Quee: Overcoming barriers to movement and play

3:35pm - Ruth Lue-Quee and Helen Battelley: Q&A time.

3.50pm – Helen Battelley and Ruth Lue-Quee: Pledge and permission to move more and play!

4pm - End

Reserve Your Spot Now! Seats are limited. Don’t miss this opportunity to inspire, connect, learn and play with Ruth and Helen! We can’t wait to see you there!

Schedule:

• 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM: Engage in inspiring talks, interactive discussions, and hands-on activities designed to help you bring movement and play into the heart of your teaching.

Ruth Lue-Quee MEd

Helen Battelley MA

Discover new approaches to learning through play and movement. Our event aims to inspire educators to rethink traditional methods and embrace creativity in teaching young children. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to explore the endless possibilities of early childhood development. See you there!

Sponsored by