I was concerned to read Germaine Greer's comment about childcarers (Quote of the week, 22 August). When considering formal, that is, paid-for childcare in the UK today, her statement could hardly be...
Around 7 in 10 nurseries and childminders have had to cut spending on food, materials and equipment to reduce costs, which many say has negatively impacted their 'service', reveal Department for...
What children’s rights are legally, and how they should be promoted. By Professor Priscilla Alderson
Spatial reasoning skills are critical to early learning, particularly in mathematics, and need to be supported by engaging children’s entire bodies. Dr Jennifer S Thom explains why
The focus of this area of learning is now on understanding people and communities, the natural and built environment, and everyday objects with functions created by technology.
In our new series on caring for two-year-olds, Penny Tassoni offers advice on helping children adjust to being separated from their parents.
Many children in need are pre-school age, but early help is being cut. Rachel Buckler, trainer and consultant, reports
Claire Martin, Reception teacher at the British International School of Boston, US, suggests ideas and resources for magnificent mark-making