Do you agree paperwork in childcare is increasing? Paperwork in childcare has been top of the agenda in Early years for a long time, with new guidelines and professionals focusing on cutting down the amount of paperwork that is needed. Somehow for those involved in the childcare sector paperwork levels seem to be forever increasing. It is … [Read more...] about Amount of paperwork in childcare is forever increasing
Why parent partnerships are so important
How to evidence parent partnerships Parent partnerships are key to a successful early years experience for children and for them to gain the most out of their early education and reach expected levels of development. This responsibility usually falls to the key person to ensure an effective relationship is built and to share information at the … [Read more...] about Why parent partnerships are so important
Developing a smooth transition into school
Creating a smooth transition to school Transitions can be difficult for many children and it is important to be aware that some are more vulnerable compared to others. Creating a smooth transition into school is vital to ensuring the child gets the best possible start in their new setting. There are many people involved in the transition … [Read more...] about Developing a smooth transition into school
Reinstate Functional Skills as an alternative to GCSE’s
Do you agree that Government should reinstate Functional Skills as an alternative to GCSE English and Maths? Many people are arguing that Government should reinstate functional skills as an alternative to GCSE's for English and Maths for level 3 practitioners. Back in 2014 government made the decision that all level 3 Early Years … [Read more...] about Reinstate Functional Skills as an alternative to GCSE’s
Childcare in Westcountry in Jeopardy
Childcare providers in Westcountry facing difficulties in offering free childcare Plans to double the free childcare to 30hrs in the Westcountry could lead to childcare difficulties for many families. Many nurseries have expressed their concerns over the doubling of the free childcare entitlement. The scheme is to be rolled out in pilot areas … [Read more...] about Childcare in Westcountry in Jeopardy
How to support children’s independent learning
What are people's views on the importance of play in developing children's independent learning? When people are asked about the importance of play in the early years, there are always many views expressed, some saying that this is crucial and others saying that children should be exposed to a more formal way of teaching and learning. Many … [Read more...] about How to support children’s independent learning
Working together to identify children with SEND
How practitioners can work together to help and support children with SEND Many childcare settings are still unclear as to how to identify and support children with SEND. With the introduction of the new SEN Code of Practice 2014, many changes were introduced, which has caused a variation in settings SEND provision. From May 2016 Ofsted … [Read more...] about Working together to identify children with SEND
Top quality childcare in East Lancashire
East Lancashire is one of best places for top quality childcare According to latest results from Ofsted, East Lancashire is amongst one of the best places for top quality. Recent statistics show that more than 89 per cent of childminders and 92 per cent of private, voluntary and independent early years providers have been awarded the Ofsted … [Read more...] about Top quality childcare in East Lancashire
First Class Nursery raise money for Air Ambulance Charity
More than £3,000 raised by First Class Nursery for Air Ambulance Charity A fundraising event was organised by the nursery and families to support the Air Ambulance Charity. Events included organised sports tournaments and spelling challenges. A cheque for over £3000 was presented to Roger Stevenson from First Class Nursery. The … [Read more...] about First Class Nursery raise money for Air Ambulance Charity
Struggle for parents to find affordable childcare
Even more difficult for parents to find childcare outside of normal hours According to the figures from the Family and Childcare Trust, there is only a percentage of providers offering childcare for parents working shift patterns or other hours that don't fit into a usual working day. As the percentage is very low, this makes it increasing … [Read more...] about Struggle for parents to find affordable childcare