I would like to point out some inaccuracies in Marilyn Mills' letter about childminders ('Value for money', 9 October). First, childminders' fees vary from area to area. I am sure many childminders in...
I was interested to read Mary Evans' inspection of Ofsted ('Return of serve', 2 October). It is right that Ofsted as inspectorate and regulator should welcome feedback on its own performance. I want...
The early years and childcare sector is changing at an incredible pace, as anyone involved in this area will be aware. The plethora of Government initiatives, policies and reviews means that it is...
Early years settings are being invited to apply to appear on a future edition of a new programme for pre-school children. 'Blue's Clues' is an interactive show featuring a host and his female puppy...
The theme of what kind of learning experiences young children need runs through this week's issue of Nursery World. The Liberal Democrats have joined the call to abandon Key Stage 1 SATs, after a...
Put children securely on the bridge from the Early Years Foundation Stage to the more formal curriculum of primary school with careful planning and an enthusiastic attitude.
Childcarers could qualify for a prestigious award which enables people involved in the nurturing of young children to travel abroad - if they apply promptly by the closing date of 24 October. The...
Infant humor: the theory of the absurd and the empowerment theory How six infants (age 15-22 months) in a group childcare setting produced and appreciated humour, with smiles and laughter. Findings...
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The parents of a two-year-old girl who died at an Essex nursery are raising questions about her death before an official inquest takes place.