The average childminder earned just 7,600 last year, according to research published by the Department for Education.
New figures released for Playday 2010 suggest that half of all adults think it is unsafe to let a child play outside without supervision.
The basis for good early years practice in helping children develop their creativity is adults who know how to encourage them and model activity but not control the creative process.
17 June A corner to learn: Creating home corners that stand out from the crowd Designed for all early years settings, this workshop by the Manor Tree Group will provide inspiration for making and...
How can settings ensure that boys and girls are given equal and unbiased opportunity to take part in all activities? Caroline Vollans reports on the Gender Action approach
The Sun has declared war on 'the politically correct meddlers' interfering in children's lives. One London primary school has banned children from making daisy chains in case they pick up germs, the...
Nearly all local authorities in England have received a share of £7.7 million to support delivery of the 30 hours in 2017-18.
Nursery schools are making the most of extra Government cash by expanding and extending their services, says Annette Rawstrone Nursery schools have taken up the gauntlet thrown down by the Government...
A large-scale research project led by the University of Leeds is looking to speak to nursery managers and childcare practitioners to help understand the impact of the pandemic on the childcare sector...
Toss your weight-watching to the wind for a few days and indulge in the fun of making a traditional seasonal treat with Fiona Hamilton-Fairley Get the frying pans ready and start your training, it's...