The range of resources that you provide for using in role play can be nearly as wide as the children's imaginations Effective role play depends on good resources, which do not have to be expensive....
Families on low incomes are struggling to cover the basic cost of food, utility bills and rent – and the situation is ‘rapidly deteriorating’, a new report highlights.
Ofsted's new inspection framework comes in this September. In the first of a four-part series, the Pre-School Learning Alliance's Michael Freeston offers an overview of what providers can expect.
Little creatures inspire some big ideas for literacy work, role play and creative activities in an early years project by Jean Evans Stimulate children's imaginations and curiosity about the natural...
Childcarers admit to an alarming ignorance of first aid that a child's life could depend on, finds Simon Vevers. Your qualifications and references have been scrutinised, criminal records checks...
Practitioners and parents need to appreciate why boys often prefer 'superhero' play. Wendy Scott looks at some thought-provoking research Parents and practitioners can worry about boisterous play in...
Childminders, a key part of the national childcare strategy, have long been demanding professional status. Patricia Slatcher outlines the new course that gives it to them
Every year around 35,000 children aged under five go to hospital after a burn or scald at home or in the garden. Most of these injuries are relatively minor, although they cause pain and distress to...
Can young trainees really be counted as staff? Mary Evans looks at the issues and examples of current nursery practice The Government's revision of the rules to permit 17-year-old trainees to be...
Combining objects to create new uses is a crucial part of children's development, and should be as free as possible from adult interference, says Philip Waters Think of 'Steptoe and Son's' yard and it...