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,...
This week the Labour party has held its Annual Conference in Liverpool attended by PACEY’s chief executive, Helen Donohoe. At the conference, the Secretary of State for Education, Bridget Phillipson described a “new era of child-centred government” and outlined some...
PACEY is inviting registered childminders in England to take our latest survey. Your answers will help us understand the current challenges facing registered childminders, lobby for improved support from government and ensure your views are represented in early years...
The Government’s Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) has issued a Product Safety Alert for a product commonly known as ‘water beads’. Water beads are superabsorbent polymers (SAPs) which can expand to over 400x their size and pose a serious risk of...
From 15 March 2023, newly registered childminders have been eligible to receive a start-up grant. This grant is still available, so don’t forget to apply for it, within two months of being registered. You have until 31 March 2025 to complete your registration in order...
