A top EYFS activity that incorporates sensory play as well as small world play Planning EYFS activities that incorporate not just one area of learning but others as well can only be more beneficial for children. Offering rich learning experiences can help practitioners observe many areas of children's development, creating a fuller picture of where … [Read more...] about EYFS activity that incorporates sensory play
Meeting parents childcare demands
How does your nursery meet parents childcare needs? As we all know the demand for childcare is forever increasing and with schemes being introduced the demand is only going to get worse, how are nurseries going to keep up with it. Many nurseries today already have waiting list lists which is great to have but what about those families that won't … [Read more...] about Meeting parents childcare demands
Following children’s routines at nursery
Why following children's routines at nursery is important? Before starting nursery some children have a set routine, this is more common in younger children. These routines work well for both child and parent, allowing parents to plan their day. Some children as they get older grow out of their daytime routine but still have a bedtime … [Read more...] about Following children’s routines at nursery
How to extend children’s learning
How to use effective questioning to help extend children’s learning As children are playing think about how as an early year’s practitioner you can extend their learning. And adults role in helping extending children's learning is crucial. The most important thing to remember is how to go about doing this. On a daily basis children are … [Read more...] about How to extend children’s learning
Supporting parents through the Speech and Language referral process
Speech and language delay in children can have added pressure on parents. What can nurseries do to help support them? Children that attend early years settings can often need additional support in particular areas of their development. Speech and Language development is fundamental in ensuring children are able to communicate their needs and … [Read more...] about Supporting parents through the Speech and Language referral process
Looking for early years jobs
Trying to find early years jobs Are you searching for early years jobs? What types of jobs are you looking for ? Why not visit early years careers to find early years jobs. These types of early years jobs will require certain qualifications and experience. Visit earlyyearscareers.com to help you in your search. You can easily apply for the jobs you … [Read more...] about Looking for early years jobs
Jobs in early years
Looking for jobs in Early Years Look on early years careers to find jobs in early years. You will find the latest jobs available. What type of early years setting would you like to work in, would you prefer a pre school setting? Ensure your CV is up to date when applying for jobs in early years. Working in early years can be rewarding at times and … [Read more...] about Jobs in early years
A radical sliding scheme to pay for childcare
Proposal for a new radical sliding scheme to help parents to pay for childcare The proposal that is being backed by the Family and Childcare Trust will help families in poverty. As part of the ten year childcare strategy the Family and Childcare Trust want the government to introduce a radical sliding scheme. This would enable low earners to pay … [Read more...] about A radical sliding scheme to pay for childcare
Why extra funding should go straight to nurseries
Nurseries should receive extra funding The cost for providing free childcare is costing nurseries hundreds even thousands of pounds. The cost given from the government doesn't even cover the cost of a practitioner’s hourly rate. Where will this leave nurseries when the free entitlement is increased to 30hrs? Nurseries keep hearing that there … [Read more...] about Why extra funding should go straight to nurseries
Children’s Social and Emotional skills
How early years practitioners can help children develop their social and emotional skills The first step in helping children develop their social and emotional development skills is for adults to fully understand this area of children’s development. Having this knowledge enables practitioners to full understand of how child learn and … [Read more...] about Children’s Social and Emotional skills