More than 500 childcare places are to disappear with the demise of Scottish chain KidCare and the BBC's decision to phase out its workplace nurseries (see News, page 4). The two events, while...
The incredible pace of change within the early years and childcare sector is once again revealed in a major report this week (see News, page 4). But with its good news of continuing growth come...
The DfES conferences on 'What makes an effective reception class' seems to be causing quite a stir. Professor Tina Bruce has contacted us with her thoughts on their importance (see 'In my view', page...
National standards for the regulation of childcare agencies are due to be published later this month. Agencies that were operating before 1 April 2003 were deemed to be registered with the Scottish...
Vaccination has drastically reduced whooping cough in the UK, but it can still strike young children. The WellChild helpline offers advice.
In the first of a new series, June O’Sullivan, CEO of London Early Years Foundation, considers how staff support children in the group's settings to feel happy
A new report highlights fathers’ unique role in children’s outcomes and the importance of involving them. By Annette Rawstrone
Sally Schweizer (Rudolph Steiner Press, 12.95, ISBN 1 85584 124 X, www.rudolphsteinerpress.com). Reviewed by Sandy Green, early years consultant.
Young children living in cities are three to four times more likely to be taken to Accident and Emergency than those in rural areas, a new Department of Health report has found.
Half of the early years workforce believe vaccination against Coronavirus should be a legal requirement for the job, a snap poll by Nursery World suggests.