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Senior early years lecturer Jo Albin-Clark from Edge Hill University in Lancaster explains how an EYPS student tuned in to children's thinking to evidence Standard 18: Promote children's rights,...
A simple running game brings both physical and emotional growth for a toddler, says Anne O'Connor.
Childcare can play a vital role in regenerating and building sustainable communities, a major conference in London was told last week. The Daycare Trust and the British Urban Regeneration Association...
In reply to the letter regarding a parent who did not wish a male nursery worker to change her child (23 June), this seems a simple matter of equality of opportunity in employment. If the setting were...
Research-driven practice and ‘influencer-informed’ approaches all have their place, but settings need to find what works best for them
This is the third of four articles on inclusion. The articles are structured around the themes and principles underpinning the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), 2007 (see table).
Just because someone has Doctor or Professor in front of their name, it doesn't necessarily mean they have all the answers. Jennie Lindon offers some healthy scepticism. A spate of recent court cases...
Local authorities around the country are clawing back money for unused free entitlement hours for three and four-year-olds, and telling nurseries to bill parents for the lost funding.
There are various key points that practitioners need to bear in mind in selecting, using and teaching about tools and materials: * Ensure that materials and tools fit the purpose. Explain to the...
The vision presented in 'Nurseries Undercover' was one of adults showing a total lack of respect for young, vulnerable children. What sort of training and professional development has prepared them to...