With its benefits in the spotlight, outdoor learning is having a moment – and the implications for adult CPD are obvious, finds Gabriella Jozwiak in a new series
In the first of a series looking at how the Government’s 30 hours offer of free childcare is being piloted, Charlotte Goddard explores a scheme that has places reserved for unemployed parents. Plus,...
In the first of a nine-part series, Gabriella Jozwiak introduces the six criteria for the new level 3 Early Years Educator qualification, and reports on their reception from the sector.
Part one of our new 12-part collectible series on child development looks at meeting the emotional and learning needs of the unique child. By Julia Manning-Morton
Nominations are being invited for the 2009 Teaching Awards, sponsored by the DCSF.
Teaching unions and early years organisations told the Government last week that its plans to reform SATs and place greater importance on teacher assessment at Key Stage 1 in England were welcome but...
Early years initial teacher training requires experience of Key Stage 1, but this should not stop childminders from taking Early Years Teacher courses.
Do you display photographs of adults as well as of children in your setting, to show that both are welcomed and valued? What measures do you have in place to screen children's access to the internet?...
When it comes to meeting the needs of children, Pennie Akehurst’s analysis of Ofsted inspection reports finds that meeting the needs of staff is the first step
Rhythm and timing are far-reaching skills that support communication and teach being active safely, says Dr Lala Manners