The findings of the Childcare and Early Years Providers Survey 2009, published by the Department for Education, reveal changing trends in the early years workforce and the demand for their care.
Plan a topic on feelings to help young children gain an insight into their many emotions, says Helen Shelbourne Adult-led activities What makes me happy?
Communicating with the parents of children with SEND can be a thorny issue. Karen Faux gets tips from settings doing it well
Our four-legged friends feature again this month, but the books are thrillingly diverse in many other ways, says Alison Boyle. Read on... Manky Monkey. written by Jean Willis and illustrated by Tony...
Don't put all your eggs in one basket - set some aside for the children to decorate a homemade symbol of spring, says Hilary White We always put up Christmas trees, so, with Easter coming up, why not...
A 1m pilot scheme bringing inter-agency services to-gether to help children under two who have disabilities, including deafness, and their families, in England is being set up by the Government. Under...
The recent flooding didn't act as a deterrent for a ten-year-old Brownie who camped in her leader's back garden to earn her last badge.
A national inquiry into family life has called for a major overhaul of services, including Sure Start children's centres.
Flower power Growing their own flowers will inspire children to record their efforts in interesting ways
Useful resources for sand and water play involve many factors for early years settings to consider, as they put them on test for Sue Hubberstey.