Providing the 15 hours and responding to the changing needs of parents has, as this column has shown, required much effort by settings to transform their business, workforce, and sometimes premises....
If it's your ambition to set up a childcare business then here's the ideal place to start. In our comprehensive directory on page 35 we guide you through the process from conducting market research...
The Scottish Independent Nurseries Association (SINA) has received approval to provide training for the new Level 4 Scottish Vocational Qualification in early years and education. The qualification is...
(Photograph) - Three childcare workers from Northern Ireland have become the first in the UK to achieve the new NVQ Level 4 in early years care and education. Winnie Kelly from Coalisland, Mary...
The Government has named the 15 local authorities in England that will pilot free childcare for two-year-olds from this month. Education secretary Ruth Kelly revealed more details of the pilots on...
Sunscreen with a protective factor of SPF 15 is not strong enough to protect children and adults against sunburn and the risk of skin cancer, a medical journal has warned.
Skills in observation and assessing a child's needs are key to meeting the requirements of Standard 4, says Karen Hart
As nursery owners and managers you shouldn't shy away from the 'B-word'. Taking care of the business side of your setting is essential to ensure you provide a high-quality environment and also run at...