How can picture books help children's development? The joy children can get from picture books has no limits. Children are attracted by the fun and colourful illustrations on each page that help to enhance the words of the story, allowing children to create further imagery in their minds, letting their imaginations explode. Children are amused by … [Read more...] about Benefits of sharing picture books with children.
Finalist for Nursery Food Award by Nursery World
Elmscot Day Nursery short-listed for Nursery Food Award Elmscot Day Nursery has received a nomination for their provision of high quality nutritious meals. The nursery world awards recognise the hard work the team have put into providing an outstanding menu. Jenna Holloway, Deputy Manager commented “As a company Elmscot prides itself on … [Read more...] about Finalist for Nursery Food Award by Nursery World
Removal of GCSE’s for Level 3 Early Years Educator courses
The requirements for students starting Level 3 Early Years Educator courses to have GCSE English and Maths at Grade C or above has now been removed just before the new funding year begins on 1 August. The decision has been made to remove this stipulation just before the new funding begins, this now brings standalone course (non-apprenticeships) … [Read more...] about Removal of GCSE’s for Level 3 Early Years Educator courses
Nominated for ‘Provision for Two year olds’ Nursery award
Nursery settings nominated for the Nursery award "Provision for Two year olds’ Kidspiration Childcare and Education, Leeds has worked hard to provide the highest quality care and education to children and have recently been recognised for their efforts. The nursery has been nominated for ‘Provision for Two year olds’ award at the Nursery World … [Read more...] about Nominated for ‘Provision for Two year olds’ Nursery award
A new Montessori Early Years Educator qualification starts
Are you interested in gaining a Montessori Early Years Educator qualification? A full time one year Montessori Early Years Educator qualification course is being run by Montessori Centre International. The course starts next month and it is the first time they have run this full time course, student finance is available if needed The Level … [Read more...] about A new Montessori Early Years Educator qualification starts
Reduce workload by using nursery management software
Choosing the best nursery management software for your nursery So let’s take a look at choosing the right nursery management software to help reduce workload and improve your performance. Choosing the right management software is never easy as there are quite a few to choose from, however spending time choosing wisely is key to ensuring you … [Read more...] about Reduce workload by using nursery management software
Explaining the changes to the Common Inspection Framework
This is a letter from HMCI outlining the changes the Ofsted Common Inspection Framework will bring for Early Years settings from 1st September 2015 August 2015 Sir Michael Wilshaw Her Majesty’s Chief Inspector Dear Colleague As Her Majesty’s Chief Inspector, my aim is simple: I want the best possible education for all pupils in England. … [Read more...] about Explaining the changes to the Common Inspection Framework
Implementing Heuristic play into Early Years
Heuristic play offers vast learning opportunities for children of all ages, items used in heuristic play allow children to use their exploratory and imagination skills. Children will explore each item and us these to possibly represent another object. Many of the resources used are everyday objects some of which may be recycled reclaimed … [Read more...] about Implementing Heuristic play into Early Years
Using story sacks in the Early Years
Sharing story sacks with children offers a multi sensory approach to the reading process, it will also help develop their early literacy skills. A story sack is a large cotton bag containing a book and props to support the story, depending on the sizes of the props a story sack can be presented in a wicker basket. Story sacks can be for any age … [Read more...] about Using story sacks in the Early Years
Why children’s mealtimes can be tricky
Supporting children's mealtimes Children's mealtimes with can create key issues and challenges for both parents and practitioners. To help support practitioners with mealtimes it is best to look at why these times of the day can be challenging. For both children and practitioners mealtimes can be stressful, how this shouldn't be the case as … [Read more...] about Why children’s mealtimes can be tricky