Language Development: Circle time sessions to improve communication skills. By Marion Nash with Jackie Lowe and Tracey Palmer. (David Fulton, 15, 020 8996 3618). Reviewed by Marian Whitehead, language...
You'll find a wealth of news, opinion and features in the latest issue of Nursery World, available in print and online.
The Prime Minister has revealed plans to overhaul the apprenticeship system, including introducing a growth and skills levy and new foundation apprenticeships.
Observation and planning have already been highlighted in this series as key elements in the quest for quality. 'Assessment for learning' bridges these two aspects of practice to create an ongoing...
Do you really know what child-initiated learning looks like? Mary Evans identifies further training directions, in the first of a new series on improving skills to meet EYFS requirements.
In the second of a series of features on different subjects with 'cut out and photocopy' guides for parents, the QCA's Lesley Staggs looks at the foundation stage
Practitioners should be alert to children in their care who may lack the sense of secure attachment they need for emotional development, and offer their families whatever support they can, says Anne...
How to encourage your children to partake in beneficial and enjoyable physical activities. By Penny Tassoni