Funding for 30-hour childcare has been increased for York Nurseries York nurseries made it very clear unless funding was increased they would not be taking part in the 30-hour childcare pilot that was to start in September. The Government listened to the views of owners/managers from nurseries in York and has decided to increase the … [Read more...] about Funding increases for York nurseries
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Strain on funding could widen the attainment gap
30hrs free childcare could widen the attainment gap According to a report, the 30hrs free childcare could widen the attainment gap when children start school. The new scheme that is being introduced in September 2017 may mean that a proportion of children will end up losing out on high-quality care. Children from disadvantaged backgrounds will … [Read more...] about Strain on funding could widen the attainment gap
Increase in amount of children with language delay
Study shows around two children in every primary school class has significant language delay Recent research into school entry age children within Surrey shows that two children from each primary school class may have a significant language delay or disorder. The results come from the Surrey Communication and Language in Education … [Read more...] about Increase in amount of children with language delay
New plans for Kids Planet nursery
Kids Planet Nursery plan to demolish a Victorian house to make way for new nursery Kids Planet nursery purchased the Victorian house and the next door plot from Salford City Council back in June 2015. Plans are to demolish the Victorian house to make way for a new nursery. The Victorian property will be knocked down and replaced with a … [Read more...] about New plans for Kids Planet nursery
Nurseries fight back against under funding
Nurseries campaign for better funding from the Government for the 30hrs free childcare Nurseries are grouping together to form a campaign asking for better funding from Government. A petition has been launched asking for an increase in the funding rate for 3 and 4-year-olds. It has been said for some time that the funding being … [Read more...] about Nurseries fight back against under funding
Julie Cooper MP supports The Save our Early Years Campaign
The Key to Excellence in Education Julie Cooper, MP for Burnley Economic prosperity and equality of opportunity are worthy goals which can only be achieved if we invest in our people. We cannot afford to waste talent nor can we afford to have unfulfilled potential. To develop talent and to fulfil potential we need excellence in education … [Read more...] about Julie Cooper MP supports The Save our Early Years Campaign
What is School Readiness?
What is all the fuss about school readiness and how do practitioners play a part? School readiness is always causing a lot of confusion for parents and often for childcare practitioners. School readiness is vaguely described in the foundation stage as "Children reaching a good level of development in the prime areas and literacy and … [Read more...] about What is School Readiness?
We are Early Years Educators not Teachers
What is the difference between an Early Years Educator and a Teacher? For many people including parents and practitioners, there is no difference between an early years educators and a teacher. However, there is a vast difference. Early years practitioners or educators are often highly trained, highly skilled individuals who are … [Read more...] about We are Early Years Educators not Teachers
Why the 30hrs of free childcare could have a negative impact
A Lancashire nursery speaks out about why the 30hrs free childcare could have a negative impact Currently, children are entitled to 15hrs free childcare. However, in certain areas from September, this will be increased to 30hrs. The Government scheme is to help working parents with childcare. It was announced back in February by Sam Gyimah … [Read more...] about Why the 30hrs of free childcare could have a negative impact
Lack of support for deaf children
Deaf children are not being supported It is more important than ever that children who are born deaf at birth are given the support they need in the early years. Babies are now screened shortly after birth to ensure any children with hearing problems are identified and given the support they need to achieve and thrive in the early years. … [Read more...] about Lack of support for deaf children