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Ofsted releases latest early years post-inspection survey results
Ofsted’s latest post-inspection survey results show that 94% of early years settings were satisfied with the way their...
DfE releases new funded entitlement take-up figures following final phase of expansion
Over 500,000 children are benefitting from government-funded early education and childcare, according to data released today by the...
Major dental health drive set to benefit hundreds of thousands of deprived children
Over two million free toothbrushes and tubes of toothpaste have been delivered to three- to five-year-olds in the...
Olivia Bailey appointed as early education minister in cabinet reshuffle
<p>Olivia Bailey, MP for Reading West and Mid Berkshire, has been appointed to the role of early education...
Ofsted confirm changes to early education inspections and reveals updated report cards
<p>Ofsted has today confirmed the rollout new reforms to education inspections, which it says will offer families “more...
Government announces next phase of school-based nursery expansion
<div>The government is inviting more schools to bid for up to £150,000 of funding from a £45 million...
Supporting refugee families
Welcoming refugee families into your setting, not only offers them a chance to start their early education but...
Supporting parents with policies and procedures
<p>Famly’s Julia Rose discusses sharing the key information without scaring parents off</p>
Full of FAQs
<p>The Alliance’s Alison Heseltine answers some FAQs from leaders of our member baby and toddler group </p>
In the mood for music…?
<p>The team at Law-Call, a 24-hour legal helpline available to Alliance members, share the legal duties around music...
Embracing everyone and being inclusive
<p>The Alliance’s Alison Heseltine shares ideas for making your baby and toddler group inclusive and welcoming to all</p>
More than words
Does anyone else remember the song ‘I can sing a rainbow’ that features the line “Listen with your...
Childcare & Education Expo Midlands 2025
Join over 3,000 early years professionals for two packed days of learning, networking and discovery.
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[SOLD OUT] Connect Roadshow: Celebrating SEND – a world without limits
An interactive and inspiring event where we will explore how we as early educators can deliver truly inclusive...
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