Use our pointers to help gather evidence for NVQ Level 3 Unit 16: Observe and assess the development and behaviour of children. Read our advice in conjunction with the Level 3 standards in Early Years...
The number of childminders has dropped more than 10 per cent in the past two years, the latest figures from Ofsted show.
A survey of mums, undertaken by the Parent-Infant Foundation, suggests pregnant women are not getting the support they need to help them bond with their babies.
What do we hope for or fear happening in the year ahead? Nursery World heard from a range of concerned people across the early years sector.
The research and thinking about infant development available to early years practitioners is highlighted by Jools Page and Cathy Nutbrown from the University of Sheffield's School of Education.
Early years practitioners are caught between what policymakers and educationalists mean by readiness for school, as David Whitebread and Sue Bingham explain.
Use our pointers to help gather evidence for NVQ Level 3 unit P2: Establish and maintain relationships with parents. Read our advice in conjunction with Level 3 standards in Early Years Care and...