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Early Years Inclusion Requires Funding, Training and Specialist Support
Early Years Aug 1, 2026

Early Years Inclusion Requires Funding, Training and Specialist Support

Ciara O'Carroll, head of inclusion at Ark Start, outlines why making early years truly inclusive requires more than good intentions. Increased funding, comprehensive staff training, and enabling specialists to work directly within nurseries are essential to ensuring every child receives the support they need from the start.

Rising Stars: Early Years Pupils Whisk Up Learning Through Baking
Schools Aug 1, 2026

Rising Stars: Early Years Pupils Whisk Up Learning Through Baking

Young learners at Newcastle High School for Girls are developing essential life skills through hands-on baking experiences. The activity supports the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum by fostering fine motor development, mathematical concepts, and collaborative play.

Academics Call on New PM to Transform Early Years Education and Care
Policy Aug 1, 2026

Academics Call on New PM to Transform Early Years Education and Care

Professors Helen Penn and Peter Moss outline how the new Prime Minister could fundamentally improve access to quality early years provision. Their recommendations focus on transforming the current system to ensure all children benefit from high-quality early education and care during the crucial birth-to-five period.

EYE SUPPLEMENT Have a go
Early Years Jul 31, 2026

EYE SUPPLEMENT Have a go

Meg Barclay explores picturebooks that encourage young children to embrace challenges, build confidence and develop a growth mindset

Frequent playground visits boost happiness in pre-school children, study finds
Early Years Jul 30, 2026

Frequent playground visits boost happiness in pre-school children, study finds

New analysis reveals that children aged two to four who visit playgrounds regularly demonstrate better emotional wellbeing and fewer behavioural difficulties than those who play less frequently outdoors. The findings from the British Children's Pre-School Play Survey highlight the importance of accessible outdoor play spaces for early childhood development.

Kids Planet Acquires Cheshire Nursery as Sector Consolidation Continues
Early Years Jul 30, 2026

Kids Planet Acquires Cheshire Nursery as Sector Consolidation Continues

Kids Planet, the UK's second largest nursery group, has acquired an independent setting in Cheshire, underscoring ongoing consolidation in the Early Years sector. The expansion raises questions about market diversity and the sustainability of small providers in the current funding climate.

£1.5 Million Investment in Early Years Charities Across UK
Early Years Jul 29, 2026

£1.5 Million Investment in Early Years Charities Across UK

The 1001 Critical Days Foundation has awarded £1.5 million in grants to seven charities supporting young children and families across England, Scotland and Wales. The funding recognises the vital importance of the period from conception to age two in laying foundations for lifelong health, wellbeing and learning.