Staff are likely to work together better after they have had to function as a group away from the workplace, says Mary Evans Team building is one of those management-speak phrases which conjures up...
Politicians from the major political parties have been urged to confirm their commitment to the Early Years Professional Status qualification by Aspect, the children's services union.
I visited a nursery school and children's centre recently, and was once more inspired by the energy and creativity of the staff, and the children and the commitment and confidence of parents.
A new support pack has been designed to help early years settings involve fathers in their children's activities.
Revised guidance and a multimedia resource for Scottish practitioners working with parents from pregnancy, and with babies and children under three, is being unveiled on Wednesday.
A fun and fascinating way to extend young children's exploration of textiles is through felt-making. It needn't incur much cost and there's lots of online advice if you fancy having a go.
Stress and strain on the back is an occupational hazard for those working with young children, and staff need clear advice on how to avoid it, says Mary Evans Watch a toddler pick something off the...
I was appalled to read 'A problem shared' (8 May, page 23). In an industry still feeling the effects of the death of a baby who was allergic to cow's milk (News, 30 January and 6 February), is it...
It is what happens at home that really affects the life chances of under-fives, but policy-makers have tended to consider this a private matter. Should it remain so? Anne Wiltsher looks at another way...