The early years sector is hoping that 2010 will bring a change of Government, a poll by Nursery World has found, with most respondents wanting the Conservative Party to win the next general election.
As adults, we use books as sources of information, enjoyment and escapism. We curl up and relax with them and pour over them for hours. They can make us laugh, cry, empathise with others and question...
It is crucial that practitioners understand the sensory, social and emotional factors that could impede a child's development - and how to plan for individual needs. Sue Chambers explains
Spending more time in good-quality settings can positively impact a child’s ability to socialise, empathise with their peers and regulate their own behaviour, find researchers.
Perhaps you've noticed the children in your care struggling with school bags full of equipment? Or maybe you're concerned about staff bearing heavy loads on outings? BackCare is a national charity...
Nurseries are paying too much tax and failing to claim a variety of capital allowances. Kevin Meyer, co-founder of Capitus, explains how to maximise tax relief and retain valuable cash.
Leeds City Council has agreed to review its decision making around summer-born children’s admission to school.
By Georgina Smith, nursery nurse, Gillas Lane Nursery Unit, Tyne and Wear Make up your own words and actions for some duck puppets.