A new national project uses music to support wider development. The University of Roehampton's Adam Ockelford and Angela Voyajolu explain.
In the final part of our series on the Integrated Review, Kay Mathieson examines how it brings together parents, EY practitioners and health professionals to provide an in-depth view of progress
In our National Strategies series Dr Andrew Lockett, Early Years Regional Adviser (NE), Anne Lamb, Early Years Senior Regional Adviser (EE M) and Jan Lepley, Senior Adviser, reflect on the importance...
Providing out-of-school care is a logical way for nurseries to diversify, but it isn't necessarily an easy option, as Annette Rawstrone discovers Filling places and balancing the books in an...
Australian company ABC Learning Centres is the world's largest nursery chain. Simon Vevers investigates its growth and philosophy When a UK nursery chain says it plans to add four new facilities a...
Childcare services are out of reach for many families with disabled children, but change could be on the way, says Simon Vevers Despite rising numbers of children with disabilities and their needs...
New training initiatives promise to deliver a more diverse, dynamic and integrated workforce. Karen Faux explores the key developments that will boost professionalism and open up new career...
Parental demand for holiday care exceeds supply. But what are the practicalities of running a holiday club - and does it make good business sense for nurseries? Hannah Crown reports.
A nursery that has been a beacon for a deprived community is set to expand further. Nicole Curnow paid a visit A flutter of excitement sweeps through the village of Twerton in Bath this festive...
A nursery that has been a beacon for a deprived community is set to expand further. <B> Nicole Curnow </B> paid a visit