The Scottish Executive is considering a re-evaluation of early years qualifications, following the publication of a report that found the system to be complex and obstructive when it came to career...
The Skills Active Playwork Unit is holding a series of 12 one-day regional events across the UK in October and November as part of the consultation process for developing the National Occupational...
Scotland's first national guidance for people working with children aged birth to three is set to be launched in Edinburgh next week. Birth to Three: supporting our youngest children, commissioned by...
<P> The use of outdoor areas is the most critical issue in implementing the Foundation Stage, according to a survey of an education union's members working in primary schools. </P>
With recent changes to weaning guidelines and conflicting advice from family, friends and the media, it is easy to see how weaning can be a confusing time for parents. When should you start weaning?
Five ‘back office’ employees – spanning health and safety, customer services, recruitment, finance and catering – tell Annette Rawstrone what inspires them in their role
Early years organisations have welcomed comments made by education secretary Charles Clarke about the early years sector.
An enterprising playgroup in the Scottish Borders has secured sponsorship for a leafleting campaign to advertise its services in an attempt to fight back against dwindling numbers.
Acouncil's underestimate of the demand for funded nursery education places for three-year-olds could lead to drastic cuts in supply. Playgroups in some parts of Leicestershire may have to close and...