A new document clarifying aspects of the statutory guidance and the welfare requirements in the EYFS will be available on the DCSF website at the end of this month, national director for early years...
Don't miss the new issue of Nursery World, devoted to young children's health and well-being, out on Monday 14 July
New national occupational standards have been agreed for all those working in early years care and education in the UK. Details of the National Occupational Standards in Children's Care, Learning and...
The long-running battle to save one of Lancaster's oldest maintained nursery schools came to a head last week, when the final decision was taken to close. Lancashire County Council confirmed that...
All registered daycare providers in Wales come under a new inspection body from next week. From Monday, 1 April, all registered provision for children under the age of eight will be regulated by the...
Creativity and Critical Thinking is central to an effective early years curriculum and pedagogy, argue Professor Chris Pascal and Professor Tony Bertram
Childminders' concerns about the impact of proposals to extend regulation of care to cover older children have prompted the Scottish Executive to review its plans. The Scottish Childminding...
The Early Years Teacher standards have a vital role in shaping the nature of the work that early years teachers will undertake and the training towards meeting those standards.
Timber flooring can give a very natural and spacious feel to a nursery, and yet wood is not always appropriate in nursery conditions. Altro's latest range of flooring provides the appearance of wood...