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Following the recent closure of Kirkgate Pre-School in Cumbria, former staff member Emmie Short remembers what made the setting so special, and explains why it was forced to shut down
2012 promises to be a challenging but rewarding year for the early years sector. I am committed to working with you and to bringing about changes that will have a lasting impact on children and their...
The tricky position of reception classes in the Early Years Foundation Stage has been highlighted again in the Government's response to the EYFS consultation and in news from Sutton, where the local...
Violence is no solution to social unrest, so let's not backtrack on smacking
The Olympics and Paralympics brought cheer to millions, and I thoroughly enjoyed watching the pageantry of the opening ceremony and much of the sporting drama. But what are our priorities? Would we...
It seems a long time since the Nutbrown Review of early years qualifications appeared - 19 June to be precise.
It's time to sweep away layers of paperwork along with the autumn leaves, with the EYFS now telling us to limit paperwork.
It's clear that nurseries and childminders benefit the majority of children, regardless of background,says Professor Edward Melhuish, lead author of the latest SEED research