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The Importance of the Sand Area in Indoor Continuous Provision
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Learn why indoor sand area play is important, how it differs from outdoor sand play and their impact on early childhood development. ...read more
The Classroom Environment – Riot of Colour vs Peace and Neutrality
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A large body of research suggests that too much colour can provide a sensory overload for our children, creating an environment where they are less likely to be highly involved and more likely to be distracted....read more
Why Quality Environments Matter in Early Years
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Discover the importance of quality environments in early years education. Create meaningful and joyful spaces that enhance children's learning experiences....read more
Exploring Powerful Learning Through Home Corner Role Play
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Explore the power of domestic role play in early years education & how children learn & grow through imaginative play with familiar contexts....read more
Curriculum Design in EYFS/KS1: Progression, Planning & Practicalities
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Are you currently reviewing your Early Years curriculum? Wondering if it is progressive? Perhaps you’re even in a spin with where to start!...read more
Transition to Year 1 – Getting it Right from the Start
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Explore the challenges of transitioning from the EYFS to Year 1 and discover how to create an appropriate environment for young learners....read more
EYFS Updates May 2024: A Call to Action
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Learn about the DfE's latest consultations on the EYFS. Find out how proposed changes may affect the early years sector and have your say....read more
Assessment in the Early Years: The Key Principles
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If you are looking to improve your Early Years assessment processes, there are some key questions to consider....read more
Navigating the Sea of Talk
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Settings which focus on displaying key words have potentially missed the point. Acquiring new words and their context is linked to meaningful experience and talk....read more
Top Tips for Effective Tidy-Up Times in the EYFS
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Transform tidy-up time into a valuable learning experience. Learn how to plan and execute tidying routines that promote skills and concepts....read more
Exploring the Story: Reflections on Ofsted’s Subject Report on English
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March 2024 saw the latest edition of Ofsted’s subject report series. We reflect on this report and teaching English in primary schools....read more
What is Enquiry Based Learning?
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Enquiry Based Learning (EBL) takes children’s interests and builds them into learning wherever possible, using continuous provision. Here's how!...read more