The Importance of Communication With Parents in EYFS
January 7, 2019 10:31 am 3 CommentsIn relation to the importance of communication with parents in the EYFS, The Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) seeks to... View Article
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HMRC Tax Guidance for Childminders Income and Expenses
November 15, 2018 12:00 pm 3 CommentsRunning your own business as a childminder Being a childminder usually means you’re self-employed (a sole trader). As a sole trader, you... View Article
Creating an Enabling Environment
November 15, 2018 12:00 pm 6 CommentsThe Early Years Foundation Stage has several requirements and guiding principles. One of these principles is ‘creating an enabling environment’… but... View Article
10 Creative Ideas for an EYFS Learning Journey
September 5, 2018 10:31 am 2 CommentsA Learning Journey is an effective way to collect evidence of children’s development under the key areas identified by EYFS. But are... View Article
The Forest School Approach and Research Information
June 12, 2018 3:20 pm Leave your thoughtsForest Schools and Outdoor Play – How can we get involved? With the ever-increasing introduction of technology into our lives... View Article
In The Moment Planning and Child Initiated Play for the EYFS
June 7, 2018 7:52 am 3 CommentsWhat is In The Moment Planning and Child-Initiated Play for the EYFS? You may have heard the term ‘in the moment planning’.... View Article
Why Children Need A Healthy, Balanced Diet
June 6, 2018 10:11 am 1 CommentBNF Healthy Eating Week 11-15 June 2018 With Healthy Eating Week fast approaching, now is the perfect time to remind... View Article
Ideas and Activities for Outdoor Learning in EYFS Settings
April 23, 2018 3:28 pm Leave your thoughtsPractical Ideas and Activities for Outdoor Learning and Education There are many benefits to taking the classroom outdoors and giving... View Article
How Many Children Can a Childminder Look After?
June 13, 2016 8:10 am 1 CommentAre you thinking about becoming a childminder? Or are you already a Childminder and just want to double-check the laws... View Article