Funding for special educational needs support confirmed From: Department for Education and Edward Timpson Multi-million pound investment to support children and families with special educational needs and disabilities. A multi-million pound package to support children with special educational … [Read more...] about Funding for SEND children confirmed
Childcare providers unhappy with Peter Andre recent comments
Peter Andre angers childcare workers with the comments on government free childcare scheme The famous singer Peter Andre has received backlash from nursery workers and childcare providers over his recent comments regarding the government's free childcare plans. Peter wrote: "A survey has found that one in five … [Read more...] about Childcare providers unhappy with Peter Andre recent comments
Are you joining in Outdoor Classroom Day 2017?
Why not join in Outdoor Classroom Day 2017 On the 18th May 2017, it is Outdoor Classroom dDay where all nurseries and schools up and down the country will be celebrating this outdoor day. It is a global campaign to encourage children to get outdoors and inspire outdoor learning. Over the years the annual event has seen thousands of … [Read more...] about Are you joining in Outdoor Classroom Day 2017?
Operational Guidance for the 30hrs free childcare published
The Department for Education has published an operational guidance for the 30hrs free childcare A new guidance outlining the 30hrs free childcare has been published by the Department for Education for local authorities and childcare providers. It explains what early years providers should do in order to meet the requirements of the … [Read more...] about Operational Guidance for the 30hrs free childcare published
Understanding exactly what British Values are
What are British Values and how are these embedded into everyday practice? A huge mistake many people make is thinking the British Values are all about the union flag, big Ben, the Queen, cups of tea, etc. When in fact, this is wrong, British Values relate to promoting Democracy, the Rule of Law, Individual Liberty and Mutual Respect and Tolerance … [Read more...] about Understanding exactly what British Values are
Start applying for 30hrs free childcare from today
Parents can start applying for the 3ohrs free childcare and the new Tax Free childcare scheme from today Working parents can start applying for the two latest government schemes from today. These schemes are the new Tax free childcare which will begin immediately and the 30hrs free childcare scheme which is being rolled out across the rest of the … [Read more...] about Start applying for 30hrs free childcare from today
Ways to support a new employee
5 top tips for supporting a new employee When joining a new team, it can be a daunting process for both the employee and the employer. To ensure it is a smooth transition it is the manager's responsibility to carry out an in-depth induction, explaining all policies and procedures and making sure the employee is competent in fulfilling … [Read more...] about Ways to support a new employee
Prime Minister Theresa May announces an election
Theresa May wins parliament's backing of an election on the 8th June Prime Minister sprung a surprise on the nation about holding an election on the 8th of June, only a handful of people know about it. With the election to go ahead, it could be a perfect opportunity to rethink the 30hrs free childcare scheme which was a decision made by … [Read more...] about Prime Minister Theresa May announces an election
30hrs free childcare scheme under threat
A fifth of nurseries will not be taking part in the Government's 30hrs free childcare scheme The Government 30hrs, free childcare scheme, could be under threat, as a fifth of nurseries will not be participating in the scheme. Many nursery owners and childminders are concerned about the amount of money they will be losing, however if … [Read more...] about 30hrs free childcare scheme under threat
New research- Targeting Affordable Childcare
New report argues that Government should reverse its plans to double the free childcare entitlement A report by Think Tank Localis outlines a proposal that free childcare should be expanded on a means-tested basis, families on a low income would still be able to access fifteen hours of free childcare and an additional fifteen … [Read more...] about New research- Targeting Affordable Childcare