* Listen to and look at young children so that you learn about the ideas they already have and what interests them. Start at that point. * Collect those observations and share them with the child's...
* Value the time and attention you give to settling in a child and parent(s). * It certainly should not be seen as a time to 'get through' so that you can move on with full responsibility for the baby...
The seminar programme at the Nursery World Show is packed with a fantastic array of sessions led by the top experts, covering the EYFS.
Leading early years experts will be offering essential information and advice on policy and provision for two-year-olds at Nursery World’s conference in London on 9 July
Technology has been something of an issue for the 30 hours system right from the start, as revealed by a trial of the online service in one county, finds Charlotte Goddard
The best ways to be alert to young children's play choices include: * Use your skills of observation in a relaxed and informal way: look, listen and observe what the children are doing and in what...
From this month, nannies can apply to become approved childcarers in advance of the April launch of the Government's scheme for allowing parents to claim tax credits against their nannies' wages (see...
There are various key points that practitioners need to bear in mind in selecting, using and teaching about tools and materials: * Ensure that materials and tools fit the purpose. Explain to the...
A nursery owner has been told by his local authority that the nursery education grant may rise by just 3 per cent - well below the 6.8 per cent promised by the DfES in the new code of practice....