The Natural Connections Demonstration project has published new evidence on the benefits of outdoor learning to pupils, teachers and schools. Press release from Natural England Children from 125 schools across the South West of England are happier, healthier and more motivated to learn thanks to a new project commissioned by … [Read more...] about England’s largest outdoor learning project reveals children more motivated to learn when outside
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Courses available after completing Level 3
Question "I've completed my level 3 about a year or so ago now and i'm looking to do another course just to keep progressing. I looked into level 5 but its a bit of a jump. I've looked at playwork but seems a bit pointless as i have covered a fair bit of it in the level 3. Any suggestions would be very useful!" Answers A - There … [Read more...] about Courses available after completing Level 3
NDNA calls for Government to act to reverse the recruitment crisis
NDNA calls for Government to act to reverse the catastrophic recruitment crisis so nurseries can deliver the 30 hour funded childcare promise. Data revealed in NDNA’s latest Workforce Survey show qualification levels dropping for the first time since the survey began, with staff turnover high at 21% for level three qualified staff. The main … [Read more...] about NDNA calls for Government to act to reverse the recruitment crisis
Large group sizes causing problems in the Early Years
Large group sizes are causing problems in the early years Group sizes and setting sizes seem to getting larger and larger as the demand for childcare rises as more parents are making the decision to go back to work. Recent changes enforced by the government such as benefit reductions and an increase in funding all mean that group sizes do not … [Read more...] about Large group sizes causing problems in the Early Years
8 child friendly Halloween activities for the Early Years
8 great Halloween activity ideas for the under 5's Halloween is a fun time of the year for children and adults to enjoy, with many Early Years settings choosing to celebrate this time of year with crafts, cooking activities, dressing up and parties. Celebrating Halloween is often disputed in the Early Years with some settings choosing not to … [Read more...] about 8 child friendly Halloween activities for the Early Years
First nursery in the UK to achieve platinum for people management
A nursery in Newmarket has been awarded platinum status for the way in which they manage their staff The Old School House Nursery has achieved the unthinkable and become the first nursery in the UK to be awarded platinum status from Investors in People (IIP), an internationally recognised accreditation. Investors in People awarded nursery … [Read more...] about First nursery in the UK to achieve platinum for people management
The importance of showing your Early Years team gratitude
The importance of showing your early years team gratitude As part of the management and leadership team you are in a key position to influence the morale of the workforce and ensure your early years team is performing to their best. Sometimes the simplest gestures can make the biggest difference. Morale is incredibly important to maintain high … [Read more...] about The importance of showing your Early Years team gratitude
Childcare fees in the UK are the highest in the world
UK early years settings are the most expensive in the world Recent studies have displayed childcare costs across many different countries and childcare settings in the United Kingdom have come out on top. This may not come as a surprise to many parents who are already paying large childcare bills each month. Increasing fees have featured … [Read more...] about Childcare fees in the UK are the highest in the world
Promoting flu vaccination in the Early Years
Encouraging children in the early years to get protected against flu Healthcare professionals are urging early years practitioners to educate parents and encourage them to take their children between the ages of 2 and 5 to go to their local GP’s and get protected against flu. Flu can have many complications and because of this, England has … [Read more...] about Promoting flu vaccination in the Early Years
Celebrating World Nursery Rhyme Week
World nursery rhyme week World nursery rhyme week is happening from the 7th – 11th November and is a fun filled week celebrating the benefits of singing rhymes and songs with children in the early years. Many early years settings choose to incorporate singing into every day routines already so may feel participating in world nursery rhyme week … [Read more...] about Celebrating World Nursery Rhyme Week