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Early Years 1 month ago

St Margaret's Nursery Ducklings Lead the Way with Climate Action Plan

The Ducklings class at St Margaret's nursery has been actively implementing their Climate Action Plan, embedding environmental awareness into early years education. This initiative demonstrates how nursery provision can foster sustainability while supporting children's understanding of the natural world from the earliest age.

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Early Years 1 month ago

BBC Songs of Praise Celebrates Intergenerational Nursery at Chester Care Village

The BBC's Songs of Praise has filmed a heartwarming episode at Belong Chester, showcasing the innovative Ready Generations nursery where young children learn alongside elderly residents. This intergenerational approach brings together early years education and older people's care, demonstrating how shared spaces can enrich lives across generations whilst supporting community cohesion.

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Teddy Bears' Picnic and Book Hunt Delights Families at Watermead Nursery
Early Years Jul 1, 2026

Teddy Bears' Picnic and Book Hunt Delights Families at Watermead Nursery

Young children at Watermead Day Nursery in Loughborough recently enjoyed a magical afternoon of storytelling and adventure during a special teddy bears' picnic and book hunt. The event brought families together to celebrate reading and outdoor play, creating cherished memories whilst supporting early literacy development.

Early Years HR: Mastering Difficult Conversations with Confidence
Early Years Jul 1, 2026

Early Years HR: Mastering Difficult Conversations with Confidence

Imogen Edmunds from Redwing Solutions shares practical advice for early years managers on handling uncomfortable HR conversations with confidence. Drawing on her specialism in nursery settings, she explores why leaning into difficult discussions is essential for effective leadership and team wellbeing.

Early Years Theories: How Susan Isaacs and Chris Athey Shape Modern Practice
Early Years Jul 1, 2026

Early Years Theories: How Susan Isaacs and Chris Athey Shape Modern Practice

This article examines the influential theories of early years pioneers Susan Isaacs and Chris Athey, exploring how their groundbreaking work on emotional development and schematic learning continues to inform practice today. It considers the overlap between their approaches and offers practical insights for practitioners working within the Early Years Foundation Stage.

Apprenticeships in Early Years: Developing the Next Generation of Practitioners
Early Years Jul 1, 2026

Apprenticeships in Early Years: Developing the Next Generation of Practitioners

This article explores the current apprenticeships landscape within the early years sector, examining how these vocational pathways are shaping the future childcare workforce. It considers what local authorities need to know about training opportunities, funding arrangements and workforce development for nursery professionals.

Early Years Leaders Share Views on Professional Development and Qualifications
Education Jul 1, 2026

Early Years Leaders Share Views on Professional Development and Qualifications

Early years leaders are sharing insights on which qualifications and practical experience best equip them to inspire fellow educators and improve outcomes for young children. The feature explores the professional development pathways supporting leadership across nurseries and early years settings.

Bright Horizons Safeguarding Case: Is Ofsted Changing How It Inspects Nursery Groups?
Safeguarding Jul 1, 2026

Bright Horizons Safeguarding Case: Is Ofsted Changing How It Inspects Nursery Groups?

Ofsted has taken legal action against Bright Horizons over safeguarding concerns, raising questions about whether the inspectorate is shifting its approach to regulating large nursery chains. This development suggests potential changes to how early years providers are monitored and could signal stricter scrutiny of corporate childcare groups.

Nursery World Awards 2026: Early years finalists announced
Early Years Jun 30, 2026

Nursery World Awards 2026: Early years finalists announced

The shortlist for the prestigious Nursery World Awards 2026 has been unveiled, celebrating excellence in childcare and early education provision across the country. The finalists recognise outstanding dedication and innovation within the sector that supports children from birth to age five.

DfE review: School-based nurseries boost admissions but highlight workforce pressures
Schools Jun 30, 2026

DfE review: School-based nurseries boost admissions but highlight workforce pressures

New Department for Education research reveals that school-based nurseries are helping to reverse declining primary school admissions, though settings are increasingly relying on agency staff to fill workforce gaps. The findings come from the first phase of government funding aimed at expanding nursery provision within school settings.