Evidence is growing that the early learning goals for literacy do not support a play-based ethos and are too stressful for under-fives. But will the Government listen? asks Wendy Scott.
The Government has published its plans to renew youth services, but will they succeed in transforming the lives of young people? Nicole Curnow reports The Government's long-awaited youth Green Paper,...
Will there be enough jobs to go around for all the trained teachers in the future? Dr Alan Marr does his sums Since Labour came into power, talk has been of expanding and using the school workforce...
Can targets be met in time for establishing extended schools, and will everyone be happy with how it's done? Annette Rawstrone reports The first target for extended schools is rapidly approaching. By...
What must settings do to comply with the Prevent duty to protect children from extremism? Charlotte Goddard investigates
Cathy Nutbrown's recommendations for EYPS in her recent review of qualifications have fuelled heated debate. Karen Faux finds out why opinion is so divided and what it could mean for the status.
Government encouragement of employer-subsidised childcare has been given a warm welcome in the sector, but does it go far enough? Simon Vevers reports When Chancellor Gordon Brown confirmed in his...
Mindful carers are needed to ensure that children with different needs get the right amount of stimulation. Anne O'Connor explains.
If you can't offer the cooking facilities that you want in-house, call in the caterers. Sue Learner finds out about the burgeoning food services for early years providers.