The proportion of nurseries and childminders graded good or outstanding at their most recent inspection is now at an all-time high of 85 per cent, the latest Ofsted statistics show.
Dressing-up and theme days too often seem like hard homework for parents with little gain for the children, says Working Mum.
Observing a butterfly emerge from its chrysalis fills children with a sense of wonder that can fuel a wealth of learning opportunities. Ann Abd El Kader explains how Adult-led activities
Help is at hand for settings preparing to offer funded places for two-year-olds in 'Are you ready for me -now I'm 2?'. Its authors, the Cheshire East Early Years and Childcare Team, explain how it...
Your online networks can play a key part in attracting the right staff. Kate Tyler explains how to make yourself stand out
An independent national inquiry into what makes 'a good childhood' in the UK today has been launched by the Children's Society. The 12-member inquiry panel includes the children's commissioner for...
The language of Government Bills and Acts is not what most of us would call 'plain English'!
Shouldn't better food provision be compulsory in the early years?
Eight out of ten parents admit to sending their child to nursery when he or she is unwell, leaving staff struggling to care for sick children. A survey of 1,000 parents and 100 nursery heads conducted...