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Use these ten key points as possible lead-ins for discussion at a staff meeting or with parents and carers: 1 What experience of print do children have outside of the home/setting? 2 Are there plenty...
A staff development project has been improving support for families affected by substance misuse. Ruth Thomson takes a closer look.
Sharing a story-telling session, listening to aCD and acting out favourite tales using props are all ways in which children can be encouraged to engage with books Practitioners who want to create a...
A pretend telephone communication can demonstrate a very young child's grasp of speaking languages, imitating adult reality and being held in mind, as Anne O'Connor explains.
An equal opportunities policy is no longer a statutory obligation, but ensuring that everyone gets a fair chance is central to good practice. Babette Brown and Vicky Hutchin explain how.
Judging day for our panel of sector experts proved particularly enjoyable this year – not least because the high standard of entries was matched by the excellent facilities provided at etc.venues St...
Inspections are up for bids, says Julian Grenier.
Under the new regime inspectors will be keen to see that parents are welcomed, respected and well informed, as this relationship is key to children's progress, says Laura Henry.
Nancy Stewart and Janet Moyles give a perspective from 40 years of TACTYC: Association for Professional Development in Early Years
A network of settings is using reflective practice to raise the quality of experiences of two-year-olds. Kate Hayward and Andrea Layzell of Pen Green, co-ordinator of the Being Two project, explain.