The cost of criminal record checks could cause a drop in the number of childminders, the National Childminding Association (NCMA) has warned. NCMA chief executive Gill Haynes gave evidence to the...
I am writing on behalf of Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council in response to 'Call for action on falling occupancy' (News, 27 October). The establishment of children's centres in the most...
Our weekly columnist Beatrix Campbell says we should all note a recent ruling on child protection There is such tumult in the realm of child protection that the paediatric profession is experiencing a...
Children should be allowed to stay in control of their play, but adults can subtly direct it towards ends that are beneficial for everyone Knowing when to intervene is probably the most essential...
When your workplace is your home, how do you gather evidence and get yourself assessed for an NVQ 3?Meg Jones talks to successful candidates and advisors For Sue Griffin, the National Childminding...
From empathising with others’ feelings and needs to winning and losing games gracefully, Penny Tassoni provides some top tips for encouraging social skills in young children
With a host of new DVDs and CDs out this autumn, whether you want the children to rest and relax, learn something new or dance, there's plenty to play DVDs
A trip to Norway taught practitioners about outdoor learning, says Karen Faux.
Childcarers may have to deal with this infection, says Jody Blake, information manager at Wellchild.
Young children are learning generic skills required in any number of sports. Crispin Andrews went to watch them The uninformed observer might find it a bit difficult to follow, let alone appreciate or...