Baby room ideas
https://www.tts-group.co.uk/Looking to create a baby room in your early years setting? Creating a baby room requires a lot of thought and planning.
Nearly nine in 10 parents of under-fives worried for their children’s future life chances, survey reveals
UNICEF UK is calling on the new government to do more for young families and commit to a National Baby and Toddler Guarantee.
New EPI report highlights widening disadvantage gap at age five
Analysis of attainment data reveals that disadvantaged five-year-olds were 4.6 months behind their peers in 2023.
DfE statistics show all-time low in two-year-olds registered for 15-hour entitlement
The number of eligible two-year-olds registered for the 15-hour entitlement offer fell by 7% in January 2024 compared to the previous year, new statistics released by the Department for Education have revealed.
Data shows continued drop in number of registered early years providers
Ofsted has released statistics revealing that the number of registered early years providers fell by 2% between March 2023 and March 2024.
Stephen Morgan appointed as minister with responsibility for early years
Labour MP Stephen Morgan has been confirmed as the minister with responsibility for the early years.
Bridget Phillipson appointed as education secretary following Labour election victory
Ms Phillipson had previously held the role of shadow educatiion secretary since November 2021.
A treasure trove for the senses
Alliance early years development manager Alison Heseltine shares suggestions for creating treasure baskets that stimulate the senses and curiosity For many families, baby and toddler groups are a key part of supporting young children to learn and develop as they discover the world around them. At a local community-based group, they can not only meet […]
The Labour party wins the 2024 general election with a ‘landslide victory’
The Labour party have won the 2024 UK general election with a current total of 412 seats and a majority of 174, in what many are calling a ‘landslide victory’.
Thumbs up for fire safety
Running a community-based baby and toddler group means that, as leaders, you need to ensure that everyone – volunteers, paid staff, families and visitors – are kept safe when they attend one of your sessions.
Staying savvy about snack time
Snacks are a great way of providing young children with extra energy and nutrients between meals. Many groups like to offer families a chance to share a snack – perhaps all sitting round the table together is one of the highlights of your session.
Alliance announces details of next Connect Roadshow in Bradford
The Early Years Alliance has announced the details of its next in-person Alliance Connect Roadshow.