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The increase to ‘free’ entitlements is likely to be welcomed by parents, but the early years sector and Institute for Fiscal Studies question the practicalities and purpose. By Catherine Gaunt
Following the recent closure of Kirkgate Pre-School in Cumbria, former staff member Emmie Short remembers what made the setting so special, and explains why it was forced to shut down
Babies and children need the warmth of a cuddle - it's vital for their social and emotional development and should be appropriate practice, says Jennie Lindon Helping young children to become aware of...
Practitioners can take the lead from one child's emerging literacy skills and enhance their provision around the setting for all the children, as Jane Drake explains Observation in setting
While children will squabble from time to time, they are usually practising negotiating techniques. The skill for adults is to know when to step in or step back and let them get on with it, explains...
Giving the lowdown on the UK’s biggest nursery groups, Catherine Gaunt presents this year’s table, looks at their Ofsted performance and assesses the state of the market
In the final part of her series, Caroline Vollans focuses on the tricky area of how to make strong relationships with parents
Take the opportunity to update your skills and knowledge with ourseminar programme. Mahrukh Choughtai looks at what's on offer Write away - practical ideas for getting an SEN child to write
Small receptacles provide a plethora of opportunities, says Julie Mountain