The managing director of a leading nursery chain has warned that the private sector must be able to provide premium quality childcare to prevent the expanding public sector from affecting its intake...
The Government is committed to delivering and expanding its Sure Start programme in England in the long term, says education secretary Charles Clarke. He told delegates at a conference in London, 'Our...
A groundbreaking pilot scheme seeking the most effective ways to involve fathers in early years settings has been launched by the Pre-School Learning Alliance. Following on from its research published...
The chief executive of Britain's oldest children's charity has been awarded one of the highest accolades in the New Year Honours List. Gillian Pugh, chief executive of Coram Family (pictured), was...
Our weekly columnist Beatrix Campbell questions New Labour's attitude towards children's interests We move in to a new year clearer than ever about that faded flower, New Labour, once vaunted as light...
Four nurseries in Devon are to be permanently closed, leaving more than 400 children without childcare and 100 members of staff without jobs.
A leading doctor has warned that academies and free schools that opt out of meeting food guidelines could damage pupils' health.
Are children too busy? Anne Purdon reflects on her year’s sabbatical in Albania and compares the free-time activity choices of third culture kids (TCKs) growing up in Albania with children in the...
This month saw the arrival of Harry's baby brother Alfie Jack - a strange experience for Harry, but one he coped with very well. Mummy went into hospital during the night, and when Harry woke and...
Jasmine is growing more active, and reaches out to grab objects hanging from her baby gym. She is also able to make them rattle, and the sound always brings a smile. For much of the time her feet are...