The NHS should work with Early Years Development and Childcare Partnerships to support more childcare for staff, delegates heard at the first NHS childcare conference. Last week's conference in...
The Childcare Voucher Providers Association has expressed concern that parents will be 'left in the lurch' just days after Tax-Free Childcare went live.
Take-up is slow, but commitment remains to funded two-year-old places in schools. By Annette Rawstrone
Nurseries are reporting a rise in the number of babies being brought in, as mothers are cutting short their maternity leave and returning to work early.
Even a small outdoor space can be turned into an enriching environment, explains Julie Mountain
Toddlers at Little Acorns Day Nursery in Urmston have been making potions inspired by Room on the Broomby Julia Donaldson.
More and more nurseries are making dental care for children a policy alongside healthy eating and hygiene, says Sue Learner.
Dental surgeons believe that making all schools in England sugar-free would help tackle 'worrying' levels of child tooth decay.
How can early years settings build practitioners’ confidence in making the most of learning opportunities outdoors? Gabriella Jozwiak reports