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The first crop of successful NPQICLcandidates are turning study into action. Mary Evans hears their stories Participants in the course for leaders of children's centres are gaining a confidence in...
Reading a young child's feelings and responding appropriately to them can be a tricky business for carers. Dr Richard Woolfson offers some helpful advice We are, by nature, communicative - we all have...
In the latest part of her safeguarding series, Catherine Rushforth considers the importance of involving parents in a mutual way.
What are the key features of a good early years curriculum? By Verity Campbell-Barr, Katherine Evans, Jan Georgeson and Sasha Tregenza
A new process for checking on the suitability of prospective staff is now coming into effect. Alison Mercer answers common questions
Get the children stamping and hopping with this easy-going traditional Scottish step dance, explained here by music and dance tutor Fiona Dalgetty Many moons ago, in the far-flung corners of Scotland,...
Children's need to engage in imaginative role play is often overlooked as early years practitioners become engaged in reaching targets for more formal academic learning Role play is a well-established...
The story of Noah's Ark provides a fitting end to the school-wide project, with ideas for learning in all areas, as Sue Chambers wraps up her diary and records for inspection. The special needs unit...