Meeting the needs of children with Speech, Language and Communication difficulties is highly important, one factor to consider is how to adapt the environment to suit the children's needs. Practitioners will need to consider what the children's needs are and how the environment can be adapted to promote inclusion. Many of the children with … [Read more...] about Adapting the environment
NDNA Nursery of the Year
Jigsaw Curzon House Day Nursery has been voted National Day Nurseries Association’s Nursery of the Year. The title was for the North of England and they received their award at the ceremony at the Ricoh Arena Coventry. Parents were over the moon for the nursery and Claire Taylor, nursery manager, of Jigsaw Curzon House said: “This is fantastic … [Read more...] about NDNA Nursery of the Year
Information for nurseries on the 14 allergens
As more and more children are developing allergies it is important for nurseries who are providing food to be more aware of how to prevent children coming into contact with certain foods. The new allergen information rules gives advice and information on food allergies and intolerances and guidance for business on controlling cross contamination … [Read more...] about Information for nurseries on the 14 allergens
Early Years Pupil Premium Q & A
Early Years Pupil Premium Q&A The purpose of this Q&A is to answer the most common questions about the Early Years Pupil Premium (EYPP) which have been raised following the publication of the government response to the consultation on the EYPP in October. This Q&A is not intended to provide extensive guidance, which will be published … [Read more...] about Early Years Pupil Premium Q & A
Identifying children’s next steps
A huge part of the ensuring children are making significant progress in their learning and development is by identifying and planning their next steps. The EYFS places strong emphasis on children's development and ensuring practitioners are meeting children's individual needs in the setting. Practitioners need to be fully aware of how children are … [Read more...] about Identifying children’s next steps
Supporting children’s literacy skills in the Early Years
The first question we really need to ask is, ‘what does literacy actually involve?’ Literacy covers speaking and listening and reading and writing. Literacy in the early years is particularly important for children as it gives them a head start in learning these essential life skills that they will use on a daily basis, as well as preparing them … [Read more...] about Supporting children’s literacy skills in the Early Years
Advice on following capability policies and procedures
Does your setting have a capability policy and procedure?, this policy is about managing a staff members performance and ensuring he/she is doing their job right. Some hints and tips on following capability policies and procedures. Make notes As soon as you start talking to a member of staff about their performance make notes, as these are … [Read more...] about Advice on following capability policies and procedures
Finalist of Nursery World Awards-Trainer of the Year
Finalist of Nursery World Awards 2105 Bright Horizons trusted childcare provider, have proved themselves not only exceptional with their provision of care and education for children but also with their training of staff. Improving the range of skills within the current staff helps to create a team that is loyal to your nursery and helps advance … [Read more...] about Finalist of Nursery World Awards-Trainer of the Year
Supporting children with bereavement
When a child is dealing with a bereavement in the family this can be a very upsetting time for them. Young children don't know how to express their emotions and deal with the loss. Practitioners should support both the child and family, depending on children's age and stage the child may be very open and exchange conversation. Whereas other … [Read more...] about Supporting children with bereavement
Supporting children’s PSE development in the Early Years
How practitioners can support children’s PSE development Personal, Social and Emotional development are three key areas of a child’s development that come together and help to build the person a child will grow into. It will help develop their character further and how they feel about, and act in the world around them. Within the EYFS, Personal, … [Read more...] about Supporting children’s PSE development in the Early Years