From 1 November 2024, the Department for Education (DfE) will be introducing new flexibilities for childminders in England, including: The creation of a new category of childminder, ‘childminder without domestic premises’ that works entirely from non-domestic...
Today (8 October) Ofsted has published the third and final report in its best start for life research series: Best start in life part 1: setting the scene Best start in life part 2: the 3 prime areas of learning Best start in life part 3: the 4 specific areas of...
Click to Read in English Cliciwch i ddarllen yn Gymraeg On Saturday 5 October PACEY Cymru held their second event to celebrate the achievements of members in Wales over the past 12 months and recognise their ongoing commitment to the childcare and early years sector....
Sue Smith, registered childminder and member of PACEY’s Volunteer Insight Panel (VIP) I wanted to share my passion with others in the Early Years sector, inspire and champion the wonderful work we do with children in this vital start in their life. I felt a...
Helen Battelley MA Movement is deeply embedded in the core of early childhood development. From the development of the vestibular system in utero, to the instinctive urge to explore the world during infancy, movement is essential for children’s growth. However,...
