The play-based Foundation Phase for three- to seven-year-olds in Wales is improving children's educational achievement, well-being and involvement, according to a three-year evaluation.
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The sector has warned that the announcement by the Chancellor to increase the national living wage by almost 10 per cent will risk the livelihood of many early years settings.
In the second part of this series, Pennie Akehurst, former head of the Early Years and Childcare Service at Derbyshire County Council, finds some settings fall short on performance management
Spot the occupational hazards in your job - and steer clear of them, with this checklist by Jan Hurst Every job has its hazards, both physical and psychological, and nannying is no exception. Tune in...
Early years settings are looking to a second opinion about their practice, says Karen Faux.
Use focused activities to help children explore the world through their senses with a two-part project from Judith Stevens Practitioners may plan a project based on 'the senses' on its own, or as part...
Appraisals are a two-way street that should help staff to give 100 per cent to a setting and develop both personally and professionally. Kathy Brodie and Des Forrest provide a guide that looks at the...
Well-known author and children's food expert Annabel Karmel recommends outings to learn about food.