Gain insights, key information and the experts view on this proposal which has so far invited a mixed response from the early years sector.
The key questions to be discussed include:
What is the latest information on the Government pledge to convert more than 3000 spare classrooms into school-based nurseries in areas highlighted as ‘childcare deserts’?
What logistics are involved in taking advantage of this opportunity if you are a nursery, and if you are a school? Where would you start if you are considering looking into this for your business/school?
What opportunities does this policy bring for nurseries and schools? What does sector experience tell us?
What are the main challenges if you are a nursery business or school to taking advantage of such a partnership? And what is the advice from experience to navigate them effectively?
Our panel comprises Courteney Donaldson, managing director – Childcare & Education, Christie & Co; Emma Neal, director and consultant at Evidenced Education; Laura Tingey, head of Early Years and Compliance at Acorn Early Years; Dr Rebecca Montacute, head of Research and Policy at the Sutton Trust; Curtis Meier marketing director at Community Playthings.
Elly Roberts, Nursery World projects editor, will be chairing.
The hour long webinar will take place from 12:15pm to 1:15pm on Wednesday 25th September. Register here
About our sponsor: Community Playthings Community Playthings is a UK-based solid wood furniture manufacturer, crafts environments that foster creativity and independence in early childhood. Their products are designed to stimulate learning and ensure safety, enhancing both educational and play experiences. Inspired by educational pioneers such as Maria Montessori, Friedrich Froebel, and Reggio Emilia, and informed by child development science, their furniture and toys are practical for educators and promote open-ended play. The company emphasises the use of natural materials, reducing synthetic components to create healthy, sustainable environments that contribute to a safer future for children.
