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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.

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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.

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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.

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

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Safeguarding 2 months ago

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

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Education 2 months ago

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

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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.

Early Years Jun 1, 2026

Essential resources: Using tech toys

Nicole Weinstein takes a look at five tech resources that can complement traditional play in early years settings

Early Years Jun 1, 2026

Early years in schools: Equipping and designing School-Based Nurseries

As phase two of the school-based nursery expansion gets under way, suppliers supporting schools through the process reflect on key lessons from phase one. By Nicole Weinstein

Early Years Jun 1, 2026

Exploring Holi: How one early years setting marked the Hindu festival of colour

An early years setting shares how they celebrated Holi, the Hindu festival of colour, with young children. The festival marking spring provides rich opportunities for sensory exploration and cultural learning. Annette Rawstrone reports on the activities and learning outcomes.

Early Years Jun 1, 2026

Twin Brothers Stage 'Father's Meeting' During Imaginative Play at Nursery

Twins Aaron and Raphy were spotted engaging in sophisticated role-play at Alyth Kindergarten in North London, holding a "father's meeting" that showcases the importance of imaginative development in early years settings. The heartwarming scene captures how early childhood provision supports social and emotional learning through play.

Early Years Jun 1, 2026

New Early Years Provision Opens in the New Forest

First Friends Day Nurseries has officially opened its New Milton Day Nursery in the New Forest, Hampshire. The new setting expands local early years capacity, providing essential childcare and early education places for families in the area.

Early Years Jun 1, 2026

Nursery Children Enjoy Enchanting Trip to Lighthouse Poole Theatre

Young children from Tops Day Nurseries in Poole recently experienced the magic of live theatre during a visit to Lighthouse Poole. The enchanting production of Tales From Acorn Wood provided an enriching cultural experience, supporting the early years pupils' learning and development through the performing arts.

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