A 3-Day Online Professional Learning Programme
The early years lay the foundation for how children learn, think, explore and engage with the world around them. Managing early years education involves more than planning activities and organising classrooms. It requires an understanding of child development, thoughtful learning experiences and the relationships that support children's growth.
As schools work to create meaningful learning experiences for young children, educators must consider how children develop, how parents and teachers can work together, and how play can become a powerful medium for learning.
Teacher360 presents a 3-day online professional learning programme on “Managing Early Years of Education,” bringing together three perspectives on early childhood education — understanding the foundations of childhood, strengthening parent–teacher engagement, and exploring the power of play in children's learning.
Facilitators & Sessions
Day 1 - Understanding Early Childhood
Mr. G. Balasubramanian
Veteran Educator | Author | Leader & Mentor, Teacher360
With decades of experience in educational leadership, curriculum development and teacher development, Mr. G. Balasubramanian brings extensive perspectives on the principles that shape meaningful learning and educational practice.
Through “Understanding Early Childhood,” he invites participants to examine the developmental needs of young children and reflect on how their early experiences influence the way they learn, think, explore and engage with the world.
The session encourages educators to look beyond conventional classroom practices and consider the foundations that support children's holistic development.
The focus: Understanding childhood and the foundations of early learning.
Day 2 - Parent-Teacher Engagement for Early Years
Ms. Jayashree Krishna
Learning Coach & Managing Partner, Beej Learning
Ms. Jayashree Krishna brings her experience in learning and educational development to “Parent–Teacher Engagement for Early Years,” a session that explores the importance of collaboration between families and educators during a child's formative years.
Parents and teachers bring different but complementary perspectives to a child's development. Building a meaningful partnership requires communication, mutual understanding and a shared commitment to the child's learning and well-being.
The session invites participants to reflect on how schools can strengthen these relationships and create a more connected approach to early childhood education.
The focus: Building meaningful partnerships between parents and educators.
Day 3 - The Power of Play
Dr. Babitha V. L. Ahuja
Chief Academic Officer, Teacher360
With over 28 years of experience across India, Singapore and the UAE, Dr. Babitha V. L. Ahuja brings extensive experience in academic leadership, curriculum development, school establishment and educator development.
Through “The Power of Play,” she explores how play can become an integral part of children's learning experiences, encouraging curiosity, creativity, exploration, communication and problem-solving.
The session invites educators to reflect on how thoughtfully designed play-based experiences can support children's development and make learning engaging, purposeful and developmentally appropriate.
The focus: Using play to nurture curiosity, creativity and meaningful learning.
Why this programme matters
Early childhood education involves understanding the many factors that influence how children learn and develop. Educators and school leaders must consider:
- Children's developmental needs, interests and individual learning patterns
- Foundational skills in language, mathematical thinking and problem-solving
- Play-based approaches that encourage exploration and discovery
- Meaningful partnerships between parents and teachers
- Learning environments that nurture curiosity, confidence and interaction
- Academic planning that responds to children's developmental readiness
These considerations require educators to look beyond what children learn and examine how they learn, who supports their development and what makes learning meaningful.
Programme Overview
Dates: 29, 30 & 31 October 2026
Time: 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM IST (90 Minutes Per Session)
Mode: Online via Zoom
Format: 1 Programme | 3 Sessions
Fee: ₹ 6,000
What participants will gain
- Greater understanding of early childhood development and its implications for teaching
- Perspectives on creating meaningful and developmentally appropriate learning experiences
- Insights into strengthening parent–teacher relationships
- Greater awareness of play-based learning and its role in children's development
- Reflective approaches to examining classroom practices and academic planning
- Ideas for strengthening early years education within school settings
Who should attend
- Early Years and Preschool Educators
- Kindergarten and Foundational Stage Teachers
- Preschool and Early Years Coordinators
- Primary School Teachers
- School Principals and Academic Coordinators
- Heads of Foundational and Primary Education
- School Owners and Management Representatives
- Teacher Educators and Aspiring Academic Leaders
A learning journey across three perspectives
The programme moves from understanding childhood to building partnerships to discovering the power of play.
Across three focused sessions, participants will examine the foundations of early childhood, consider how collaboration between parents and teachers can support children's development, and explore how play can enrich the learning experience.
Participant takeaways
- Certificate of Participation
- Curated Learning Resources
- Reflective Learning Summary
- Opportunities for Professional Learning and Reflection
Understand childhood. Build partnerships. Make play meaningful.
Join Teacher360’s Managing Early Years of Education for three focused sessions designed to deepen your understanding of early childhood, strengthen parent–teacher engagement and explore the role of play in creating meaningful learning experiences for young children.