Can it be proved that babies don't need the exclusive care of their mothers? Dr Tony Munton considers what constitutes quality care Huge rises in the number of lone parents and women in work have...
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Community nurseries in London are facing huge rises in rents charged by local authorities, which are threatening the provision of affordable childcare.
Nurseries, pre-schools and childminders are being urged by the charity Brake to sign up for Beep Beep! Day and promote road safety. Early years educators can hold a Beep Beep! Day any time between 1...
Greenfields Nursery School and Children’s Centre, Southall
Songs and rhymes and learning to communicate Babies and very young children learn about music and language by taking part in playful song and rhyme activities with adults. Songs and rhymes help them:
Elmer the Elephant now has a home for life at The Hollies Nursery in Droitwich Spa after being created as part of a collaborative art project that included the children, staff, parents and carers.
Two of the Old Station Nursery group’s settings in Innsworth have been awarded a Millie’s Mark.
Planning for role play activities should take account of children's individual needs and boys' and girls' tendencies Effective planning and observation are as essential for role play as any other part...