3 February 'Stig of the Dump' (BBC 1, 5.45 to 6.15pm) In this fourth episode of Clive King's children's classic, a policewoman follows Barney to Stig's cave in the quarry. She tells Barney's...
There has been a drop in the availability of summer holiday childcare provision across England, while the cost of a place has increased by 3 per cent since last year.
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 on...
Is there trouble recruiting people to embark upon Early Years Professional training? From the number of full-page advertisements in the press, I would assume so - but I am not surprised. When will...
A little knowledge of some evolutionary principles can help settings face up to the challenges ahead, explains Jacqui Burke
I fully support the notion of fair pay for nursery nurses. But how disheartening to read that duties such as observation and assessment, planning, and early intervention are now regarded as 'work not...
I am one of the students mentioned in the article about the Early Years Foundation Degree ('Leading the way', 5 December). I am studying at Hemel Hempstead and I am sending this letter to Nursery...
If your early years services and staff deserve recognition, make sure you enter the Nursery World Awards 2009. The closing date is 5 June: www.nurseryworldawards.com
There's plenty to do and see at our brand-new show in Liverpool on 5 and 6 May, so take time for a visit.
A major exhibition, a packed seminar programme, cooking demos and a great Live Theatre - all on offer at our show on 5-6 February.