A state-of-the-art centre in a severely deprived area needs no arguments to justify its presence at the heart of the community. Simon Vevers found out why Since it opened two years ago, the Integrated...
Children's categorisation of play and learning based on social context Ninety-two children aged four to six years were asked to sort photographic stimuli into those they believed depicted play/not...
A topic that focuses on clothes is a good opportunity to reflect on dress codes within the setting. It is important that practitioners and parents agree on what is appropriate clothing for children to...
At least five community nurseries in the London borough of Hackney are facing cuts of up to 50 per cent in their funding for places for families on low incomes.
The community ethos of Reggio Emilia has inspired a new children's centre building. Portakabin, manufacturer of relocatable and modular buildings, has designed its Lilliput children's centre to take...
Nursery World Award winner George Perkins Day Nursery has spread its health ethos to the whole community, finds Meredith Jones Russell
The need for significant change in the way the early years is perceived and supported has gained the royal seal of approval
Healthcare unions have called for community nursery nurses to be re-graded so they earn between 13,000 and 16,000 a year - a move that would allow the worst-off to earn up to 6,000 more. Evidence...
The future of education must focus on long-term recovery - ‘not short-term catch-up' - and children’s mental health, according to a new report from Voice Community, published today (Monday).
The nursery based in Grenfell Tower that was destroyed in last week’s fire is looking for monetary donations to purchase new resources and equipment.