There will be no limit to the number of children and adults in informal childcare bubbles for children under 13, under lockdown rules in England that come into force today.
Using gestures and facial expressions to accompany speech will help babies become skillful communicators as they begin to learn to talk. Opal Dunn explains how Body language, including facial...
The casual use of electronic media poses some sensitive challenges for early years settings. Annette Rawstrone spoke to nursery managers. Illustration by Claire Nichols.
Imagination is the most valuable resource for creating spaces where children love to talk, says Elizabeth Jarman.
Our approach to reading can make a real difference to how under-threes engage, says Charlotte Goddard
The Government's focus on improving Britain's performance while also cutting costs could be leading us towards a crisis in childcare where true quality is sacrificed, says Pat Gordon-Smith.
Early years settings in Ireland are being stretched to breaking point due to increased running costs and inadequate state funding, while staff are exiting the sector en masse.
Websites are a key marketing tool for most nursery chains. Annette Rawstrone explains why and looks at how it's done An internet presence is regarded as essential for the majority of businesses and...
Education spending is falling at the fastest rate since the 1950s, with early years one of the hardest hit areas, the Institute for Fiscal studies warns.
Ofsted’s early years head has sought to reassure Reception class teachers and EYFS leaders in the wake of controversy surrounding Ofsted’s report on Reception practice.