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In this extract from Messy Play in the Early Years, Sue Gascoyne provides a theoretical perspective on children's ‘material engagements’, while keeping hands-on practice clearly in view. A deeper understanding of messy play is key to making it an exciting learning opportunity for all children.
In part two of Dr Sue Allingham's series exploring Ofsted's new nursery and school inspection frameworks, she discusses what it means to implement a curriculum.
With new approaches to learning developing all the time, from forest schools to the Curiosity Approach, practitioners risk implementing half-hearted attempts at pedagogy, says Chloe Webster.
Do children value learning as much as play? Rachel Hingston conducts interviews and observes children's behaviour in their learning environment to discover whether play always trumps learning.
The London Early Years Foundation degree is leading the way for staff development. Karen Hart speaks with its senior lecturer and one of its first students, to learn about progress and next steps.
Ailsa Chapman re-visits that stalwart of early years resourcing – the tuff tray, and suggests ways to extend its scope, with a range of imaginative ideas that children can take in any direction.
Kathryn Solly provides an update on the developmental progress of her grandchildren, Emilia and Jack, exploring their relationships and communication skills, including the use of sign language.
With a change in Prime Minister, the idea of more public spending seems to have been super charged, but what does this mean for early years settings and does it herald an end to austerity?
Having a clear vision, thinking creatively and strong interpersonal skills provide the makings of an effective leader but a setting can only work harmoniously if everyone in a team understands their role.
The Early Years Foundation Stage framework is in the process of being updated, with the Government saying it could be used in schools as early as 2020, but does the sector really want or need this? An independent review suggests not.
Sarah Fillingham, area manager of Portico Nursery Group, reflects on the developments in her setting, which have helped to support staff and create a strong, positive working environment.
EYE speaks to three early years practitioners about ways they cope with stress and encourage well-being in their settings to celebrate Early Years Well-being Week.
Get your week off to a flying start with our suggestions for seasonal activities which embrace wet and windy weather! Don't forget to get involved with Early Years Wellbeing Week – and find out how one nursery is combating Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).
Parents may be attracted to the choice of school-based nurseries, but they should not forget that PVI nurseries provide excellent care and education and are held to the same high standards.
