Comforting rhymes, charming illustrations and gentle humour guarantee the appeal of new books to share with the youngest children, reviewed here by Alison Boyle TIME FOR BED, AND PLAYING. written by...
Encouraging lone parents into work by increasing conditions on benefits could lead to improved outcomes for children - but only if jobs are flexible and high-quality childcare is available. Sanctions...
A decision to close the six settings operated by Headstarts Day Nursery in Swindon, West Berkshire and Basingstoke, was taken last week.
Early years practitioners in Scotland and London have been benefiting from each others' expertise thanks to an exchange visit made by students of a course provided by the Scottish Independent...
Scotland's first commissioner for children and young people has taken up her post in Edinburgh. Kathleen Marshall last week announced that her office will consult on issues including child protection,...
The Early Years Pupil Premium should be increased in line with that of primary schools to reverse the damage to children’s learning during the pandemic, according to a new report which sets out...
Disadvantaged boys benefit most from starting Reception in September, according to new research.
* Whizz-Kidz supplies a whole range of specialised mobility aids to young children and relies totally on voluntary fund-raising. Nurseries can play a big part. Last year,130 nurseries raised more than...