Families outraged on missing out on free childcare The promise to provide free childcare has been broken, up to 18,000 families are now going to lose out on free childcare. The free 30 hrs childcare is in crisis thanks to information shared by labour, leaving a shortage of childcare places. The stats show 18,000 single mums will be excluded … [Read more...] about Large amount of families to lose free childcare
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Supporting a new employee
Ways to support new practitioners who join your team Starting a new job can be a daunting and stressful time for a new employee, however this can be eased through a smooth transition into the setting. It is the responsibility of the nursery manager to ensure a new employee is supported and made fully aware of their role and responsibilities whilst … [Read more...] about Supporting a new employee
32 ‘outstanding’ nurseries found in the North East
Ofsted has released a list of 'outstanding' settings in the country, with many of the best childcare providers based in the North East All settings that are included on the list will have been Ofsted inspected between September 1, 2014, and August 31, 2015. The report must have been published before November 1, 2015. Ofsted released the … [Read more...] about 32 ‘outstanding’ nurseries found in the North East
Staying in Contact with parents
9 Top tips on how to stay in contact with parents Creating a strong parent partnership is highly important within childcare settings. This allows varies types of communication to be shared amongst both parties, one in which is about children's level of progress. There can be challenges along the way when trying to communicate with parents; … [Read more...] about Staying in Contact with parents
Should risk assessments be removed?
What are your views on the removal of written risk assessments? As settings no longer have to document risk assessments is this just a paper saving exercise? and how are risks being identified and minimised?. As risk assessments help keep children safe should settings be documenting these?There is the argument that practitioners should spend … [Read more...] about Should risk assessments be removed?
How to comply with the Prevent Duty
Helpful advice on how settings should comply with the Prevent of Duty All childcare settings must comply with The Prevent of Duty to help protect children from extremism. For those working in early years settings, all employees must be vigilant and are required to inform the necessary agencies if they suspect children are being exposed to … [Read more...] about How to comply with the Prevent Duty
Report reveals children with disabilities are ‘missing out’ on play opportunities
Children with disabilities are facing difficulty accessing vital play opportunities due to 'severe restrictions' The deafblind charity SENSE have released a report of children living with disabilities and have identified failings at every level result in missed opportunities for children with disabilities. The report follows a three … [Read more...] about Report reveals children with disabilities are ‘missing out’ on play opportunities
Putting the new two year integrated review into practice
Two local authorities put the two year integrated review into practice Warwickshire and Islington have been looking at how the new integrated review can work in practice. The new two year integrated review will bring together checks carried out by both health professionals and early years settings. The Early Childhood Unit at National … [Read more...] about Putting the new two year integrated review into practice
17 nurseries rating outstanding by Ofsted in Birmingham
Is your nursery in this list of Ofsted outstanding nurseries in Birmingham? Since September 2014 to August 2015 17 nurseries and pre-schools were awarded outstanding by Ofsted. The identity of these providers have been named and amongst this list are Tiddlywinks Nursery in Sylvia Avenue This nursery was inspected last February it … [Read more...] about 17 nurseries rating outstanding by Ofsted in Birmingham
Prepare yourself for the rise in the National Living wage
The rise in the National living wage is creeping up on us, is your childcare business prepared? With the rise in the National Living Wage approaching soon it is advised that childcare business prepare themselves. The new wage will come into effect on the 1st April 2016. How will this effect affect your business's is the question? Many … [Read more...] about Prepare yourself for the rise in the National Living wage