Alliance issues fresh warning about upcoming early entitlement expansion as first phase of rollout begins
The Alliance has warned that the scheme will be “unworkable” if the government fails to commit to realistic, long-term funding
Minds Still Matter: Alliance names inspiring line-up for online Annual Conference
The Early Years Alliance has revealed the line-up for its fourth virtual annual conference, which will take place on Thursday 20 June 2024
Parents of two-year-olds set to struggle with early years costs despite new early entitlement funding, new survey finds
New research from charity Pregnant Then Screwed suggests that parents eligible for the extended entitlement for two-year-olds will still struggle with costs
Open the door to sunny spring!
Now springtime is here, nature is preparing for an explosion of new life filled with an abundance of colours and sounds. Taking your baby and toddler group outdoors at this time of year can be a multi-sensory experience for young children as they explore the world around them, supporting their learning, building self-confidence and boosting wellbeing. Spring […]
The wonders of playdough
Enjoyed by young and old alike, playdough is a fabulous resource that many baby and toddler groups use for tactile play. They may not, however, be fully aware of all the developmental opportunities it presents, both there and at home. In the Alliance’s role supporting baby and toddler groups, we often hear about the anxiety […]
Childcare and Education Expo London, 1-2 March
The Alliance team were pleased to attend the Childcare & Education Expo at Olympia, London, on Friday 1 and Saturday 2 March, where we were happy to once again run the “Joy of Doing” feature area in addition to our own stand. Catching up with members and interested non-members is always a joy […]
New Coram survey reveals concerns over early years shortages ahead of entitlement expansion
Sufficiency of places for children with disabilities is a particular concern, the research found.
Alliance warns expansion is ‘unworkable’ as applications date for second phase is confirmed
Applications for the second phase early entitlement expansion will open on 12 May.
Childminder consultation launched
Proposals include strengthening expectations for local authorities to pay childminders monthly
Ofsted launches Big Listen consultation for the education and care sectors
The Big Listen, a wide-ranging consultation inviting input from education and care professionals, was launched by Ofsted on Friday 8 March
Funding rates to increase in line with provider delivery costs over next two years, Chancellor announces
Commitment worth £500 million over two years, says Treasury
Early years providers unable to meet demand for new places under extended entitlement offer, Alliance survey reveals
The majority of early years providers in England expect to struggle to meet the demand of the upcoming extended entitlement offers, research by the Early Years Alliance has found