Nurseries should be designed to meet the needs of the child, but this is often not the case, argues Jenny Benjamin For too long, says Eva Lloyd, chief executive of the National Early Years Network...
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...
Emma Scott, Pear Tree Nursery, East Lothian
Voting time is fast approaching, and we’ve summarised the early years pledges of the main parties on page 7.
Christmas is undoubtedly on its way, and to get you in the mood we're offering a sleighful of goodies in our great reader giveaway on page 18. Enter our prize draw for your chance to win books, DVDs,...
As the days get longer and brighter, and spring is in the air, you could well start to notice that your setting is in need of sprucing up. Perhaps your paintwork is peeling, your carpet is wearing...
It is essential to put strong processes in place to ensure quality provision for twos, says Vicky Hutchin.
Take advantage of the application of D&T in the world around us to let children build on learning experiences From birth, children are surrounded by objects that have been designed and made - the...