Parents rushed to pick up their children at Parliament's nursery during London's terror attack Parents of children attending parliament's nursery rushed to get to the nursery during yesterday's London terror attack, however, they knew that their children would be in safe hands. Children were kept fully safe during the terror attack. The nursery … [Read more...] about Parliament nursery in London affected by terror attack
New Website launched regarding New Tax free childcare and 30hrs free childcare
Finally, a place for parents to register for the new Tax-Free Childcare scheme and the 30hrs free childcare offer A new Government website called Childcare Choices has been launched for millions of parents to register for the new tax-free childcare and the 30hrs free childcare scheme. Many parents have been wondering where they can register … [Read more...] about New Website launched regarding New Tax free childcare and 30hrs free childcare
Free Training to support children’s speech, language and communication
Free speech and language training for childcare providers in Manchester Free training to support children's speech, language and communications needs are being offered to nurseries in manchester. The training course has been developed by the company Twinkleboost, it will be delivered by Caspian Jamies who is a speech and language … [Read more...] about Free Training to support children’s speech, language and communication
Why not try transient art in your setting?
Do you know what transient art is? Have you ever heard of Transient art?Many settings incorporate this into their rooms, it is not something new, it is based on loose parts play. Transient art is known as moveable art, it is a collection of materials that children create a picture from, The materials that are used are … [Read more...] about Why not try transient art in your setting?
Budget mentions there will not be enough childcare places
Spring budget agrees there won't be enough childcare places to offer the free childcare scheme It has finally been released in the spring budget that there won't be enough childcare places available. In September 30hrs of free childcare will be introduced for working parents. This new childcare scheme has caused an upset for childcare … [Read more...] about Budget mentions there will not be enough childcare places
20,000 nursery workers are being paid below the minimum wage.
Nursery workers being paid below the minimum wage Analysis by the Family and Childcare Trust found that 20,000 nursery workers were a being paid below the minimum wage. At the moment nursery workers over 25 are entitled to £7.20 per hour, come April 2017 this rises to £7.50 per hour. According to the Department for Education own data, it … [Read more...] about 20,000 nursery workers are being paid below the minimum wage.
Are you a leader or a follower?
Would you say you are a leader or a follower? In this article, we will help you determine whether you are a leader or a follower. As many of us know having strong leaders important, it helps motivate the workforce and achieve objectives set. Many nursery managers often think because of their title, and that people report to them, they are the … [Read more...] about Are you a leader or a follower?
Do you know what Sepsis is?
All professionals should be aware of what sepsis is Sepsis is a rare infection but can be serious if not treated immediately. If professionals suspect children have sepsis, they should seek medical help straight away as it could be life threatening. Symptoms for children under five; ( these symptoms are taken from NHS … [Read more...] about Do you know what Sepsis is?
A rise in the amount of childcare providers rated good or outstanding
A further rise in the number of childcare providers rated Good or Outstanding With around 93 percent of childcare providers being graded Good or Outstanding by Ofsted, these figures show there has been a rise in the number of providers being awarded these grades. Childcare providers on non-domestic premises … [Read more...] about A rise in the amount of childcare providers rated good or outstanding
Food and drink costs just as much as part time childcare fees
Part time childcare fees cost twice as much as food and drink According to a recent survey conducted by the Family and Childcare Trust, parents are spending twice as much on part-time childcare fees as they do on food and drink, these figures are for each year. Figures shared from the survey showed that 25 hours of nursery care for a … [Read more...] about Food and drink costs just as much as part time childcare fees