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Charity for working parents to close after nearly five decades due to changing demand and financial pressures

Working Families, the national charity for working parents and carers, is to close after 47 years.

Early Years Jun 3, 2026

Milburn Review: Early years sector could offer two-pronged approach to help tackle youth unemployment, leaders suggest

The early years sector could help tackle rising youth unemployment through both the early identification of children at risk of becoming NEET and by employing young people, the response to a government-commissioned review suggests.

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Policy Jun 3, 2026

Early Years Voice urges CMA to investigate adequacy of Government childcare funding rates

Campaign group Early Years Voice has called on the Competition and Markets Authority to expand its review of childcare costs to examine whether Government hourly funding rates are adequate. The group is pushing for a 'full market' investigation rather than the narrower study originally requested by ministers.

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Charity for working parents to close after nearly five decades due to changing demand and financial pressures

Working Families, the national charity for working parents and carers, is to close after 47 years.

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Early Years 3 months ago

Milburn Review: Early years sector could offer two-pronged approach to help tackle youth unemployment, leaders suggest

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Policy 3 months ago

Early Years Voice urges CMA to investigate adequacy of Government childcare funding rates

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Policy Jun 3, 2026

Early Years Voice urges watchdog to probe adequacy of Government childcare funding rates

Campaign group Early Years Voice has called on the Competition and Markets Authority to expand its review into a full market investigation, specifically questioning whether the Government's hourly funded rate is adequate to cover actual provider costs.

Early Years Jun 2, 2026

One year on: Achievements at the 1,001 Critical Days Foundation

Dr Matt Price reflects on twelve months of championing the vital period from conception to age two. The foundation has advanced research and grants to support infant mental health and strengthen early family relationships during this critical developmental window.

Safeguarding Jun 2, 2026

The CCTV Debate: Should Nurseries Be Required to Install Cameras?

The debate over mandatory CCTV in nurseries raises complex questions about child protection and privacy. While cameras may enhance safeguarding measures and provide evidence in abuse cases, concerns persist about eroding trust between parents and practitioners. This article examines the arguments for and against compulsory surveillance in early years settings.

Early Years Jun 2, 2026

N Family Club announces United States expansion with 80 new nurseries by 2032

N Family Club, which operates 54 nursery settings across London and the South East, has revealed ambitious plans to enter the American market. The group expects to open 80 nurseries in the US by 2032, marking a significant international expansion for the UK-based early years provider.

Safeguarding Jun 2, 2026

Free safer sleep training rolled out to 1,000 nurseries nationwide

A new online training programme is being offered free to nursery staff to improve knowledge and practice around safer sleep for babies. The initiative aims to reach 1,000 early years settings, helping practitioners reduce risks associated with sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) and establish consistent safeguarding standards.

Education Jun 2, 2026

AI Toys Fall Short on Emotional Understanding and Imaginative Play, Study Finds

New research reveals that AI-powered toys struggle to accurately interpret children's emotions and fail to adequately support the imaginative and social play essential for healthy development. Emily Goodacre's findings raise important questions about the role of technology in early childhood education and the limitations of algorithmic interactions.

Early Years Jun 2, 2026

From Apprentice to Graduate: Developing Early Years Practice Through Research

Ashaya Slocombe shares her journey from apprentice to Early Childhood and Education Studies graduate at Snapdragons Nursery, exploring how her research into gender differences in early writing informed everyday provision.

Early Years Jun 2, 2026

Book review: Diversity for all – inclusive practice in early years child development

Visiting professor Richard Willis examines a professional text that places inclusive practice at the heart of child development and play. The book offers essential insights for early years practitioners seeking to create environments where diverse groups of children can thrive together.

Safeguarding Jun 2, 2026

Families of nursery abuse victims launch legal challenge against council

Families of children victimised by former Bright Horizons nursery worker Vincent Chan have initiated legal proceedings against Camden Council. The action alleges the council failed to investigate potential health and safety breaches by the nursery group, raising serious questions about accountability in early years settings.

Education Jun 2, 2026

Picturebook Reviews: Classic Stories Reimagined for Early Years

Meg Barclay reviews a curated selection of picturebooks that transform classic stories into accessible, visually rich experiences for younger children. These titles combine imaginative storytelling with striking illustrations to support early literacy and language development. The reviews highlight texts particularly suited to shared reading in nurseries, family hubs and early years settings.

Early Years Jun 1, 2026

Families protest Islington children's centre nursery closure

Families have gathered outside Islington Town Hall to protest against the planned closure of a charity-run nursery based in a local children's centre. The demonstration highlights growing concerns over the loss of early years provision and the vital support these services provide to working parents and vulnerable families in the borough.

Early Years Jun 1, 2026

Council launches potty training guidance for babies to boost school readiness

A local authority has launched new potty training guidance aimed at families with babies as young as six months old. The initiative seeks to reduce the growing number of children starting school still wearing nappies, supporting families to establish healthy toileting habits early.

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