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In response to the Sure Start feature ('Powers of attraction', 15 December), it is all very well for doctors, professors and civil servants to comment on the childcare industry; however, what is said...
This week's cat-inspired activities from Andrea Durrant include playing at vets; discovering lions, tigers and other big cats; an unusual song; and counting children with pets Activity 1
Young children should have more opportunities for learning through play in Year 1 to help ensure a smooth transition from the Foundation Stage, according to a new study for Sure Start. Research...
Early years practitioners are caught between what policymakers and educationalists mean by readiness for school, as David Whitebread and Sue Bingham explain.
We've resisted the usual sand and water theme for this year's summer issue. While there is bound to be a bit of hot weather ahead we are aware that in some parts of the country - particularly in the...
New technology often gets a bad press. It ends up being blamed for many of society's ills, from young children becoming obese through inactivity because they are glued to the screen, to violence...
A simple running game brings both physical and emotional growth for a toddler, says Anne O'Connor.
Four local authorities have been cited as beacons of good practice for their integrated children's services. Essex, Knowsley, West Sussex, and Telford and Wrekin received the Beacon Status award from...
Creating enabling environments to promote the physical development of babies and young children is the main focus in the first of a three-part series by Clare Crowther. Photographs by Paul Box at...
Make sure you are following the correct recruitment and vetting procedures for new staff with another checklist in our essential series by Laura Henry.