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Early years settings invited to take part in the National Education Nature Park programme
800 early years settings are currently taking part in the free education programme
Early Years Coalition announces plans to publish an updated version of Birth to 5 Matters
A survey has been launched to gather sector views on the revised guidance
DfE evaluation finds early years recruitment bonus scheme failed to boost sector applications
The DfE's evaluation of pilot recruitment scheme found that it had "no measurable increase in ... the number...
New government figures highlight need for urgent action on the early years in the upcoming Budget
The 'funded' early education and childcare scheme is at risk due to ongoing issues with staffing and finances,...
Reform of special educational needs and disabilities system delayed
Education secretary Bridget Phillipson announced the delay in a letter to the Education Select Committee
Council funding cuts for early years may negatively impact families, LGA warns
The LGA warns that efforts to support families in need could be undermined by changes to council funding...
Opening the door to the baby room
Envisioning quality in under-twos' provision with Dr Mona Sakr, Dr Sara Bonetti & Kayla Halls
Predictability in practice
Researchers L A Peters, A Gawthorpe, G Goldenberg and S V Wass explore and explain the neuroscience of...
Supporting environmental sustainability in baby and toddler groups and classes
The Alliance’s Alison Heseltine shares advice for supporting environmental sustainability at your baby and toddler group
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>
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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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