Strikes and protests are in the air – and it seems that the early years sector too is realising that action speaks louder than words
The early years sector isn’t being listened to, so maybe it’s time to rekindle the fighting, campaigning spirit of previous decades
Understanding the early years sector is vital to making policies work, and the signs are that the new Government is listening
The UK’s largest children’s reading charity is asking for £10 donations to help send book parcels to over 12,000 vulnerable children in the UK this Christmas.
They come in all shapes and sizes, and they're easy to get for free. Jean Evans suggests just some of the many uses for a versatile resource Boxes can be used in a huge range of activities, so why not...
Can the Government deliver its commitment to vulnerable families - or indeed to all families - given the alarming decline in health visitor services? Mary Evans reports Parents face a postcode...
It was with dismay and concern that I read Jennie Lindon's review of my book Managing Children's Behaviour (For Your Shelf, 19 August). I fully accept constructive criticism and do not expect or want...
Childminders have welcomed a joint letter sent out to local authorities last month (10 January) reiterating the guidance on registered childminding and planning permission. The letter was sent from...
More than nine out of ten teachers in England support a boycott of SATs tests for seven-year-olds, according to a survey for the National Union of Teachers. In the survey, more than 3,000 primary and...
By Maureen Smith and Yvonne Nolan, co-founders of Duo Consulting and developers of the new APEL qualification APEL Level 3 Certificate in work with children(Early Years or Playwork), Unit 2: reflect...