Four-year-olds don't need to sit still to be 'school ready'

The UK government's strategy for early years education in England aims to get children in reception "school-ready." But what ...
NetmumsOpinion

'Why are we taking play away from five-year-olds?' New campaign challenges EYFS structure with powerful new petition

The move from Reception to Year 1 can be tough. Here's why parents are backing a powerful petition to keep play in Key Stage ...
Nursery World

Exemption from EYFS learning goals is rejected

A childminder from Warrington is believed to be the first person to have her application for exemption from the EYFS early learning goals turned down. Pat Adams, a childminder for more than 20 years, ...
Nursery World

Doubts over EYFS moves

The EYFS framework document has been criticised for not giving a clear picture of the overall EYFS structure, early years experts said after the publication of the revised framework. The EYFS ...
The Mirror

The future in their hands: Why early years staff shouldn't be overlooked

Teachers play an essential role in helping to develop young minds. Although learning is important at any age, the early years of development are far more than simply an introduction to education; ...
The Malta Independent

Quality early learning ‘foundation for long-term academic success’

Professor Valerie Sollars, whose academic focus is rooted in early childhood education and early years policy, has highlighted the importance of quality experiences in early childhood education and ...