by Rose Porter | Aug 5, 2024 | Blog, Business Resources, Policy in England and Wales
Evidence informed practice is key to developing your service. Accessing research, good practice and shared experiences from other childcare and early years professionals, and putting these into practice within your own setting, will support you to develop your...
by Rose Porter | Jul 27, 2024 | Blog, Business Resources, Policy in England and Wales
Zara Smith, PACEY Advisor In the Autumn of 2022, I started the National Professional Qualification in Early Years Leadership (NPQEYL), an 18-month commitment to learning and developing my skills and knowledge. Throughout my early years career, I have always been...
by Rose Porter | Jun 10, 2024 | Blog, Business Resources, Wales Specific
Click to Read in English Cliciwch i ddarllen yn Gymraeg A refresh of the National Minimum Standards (NMS) has led to changes in the qualification requirements for childminding assistants in Wales. From November 2024, all childminding assistants must have successfully...
by Rose Porter | May 2, 2024 | Blog, Business Resources, Regulations and Legislations
Starting out on your childminder journey can often be confusing. There are so many things you need to do before completing the Ofsted application form and the often asked question is “can we have a checklist please?” Each person’s journey is different, depending on...
by Rose Porter | Feb 27, 2024 | Blog, Business Resources, Child Development
Helen Gilbert Outdated misconceptions may be causing some childcare settings to shy away from welcoming children with Down syndrome. But early years providers are ideally placed to help children with the condition to flourish. George McCullagh, the oldest person in...
by Rose Porter | Feb 8, 2024 | Blog, Business Resources
Ka Lai Brightley-Hodges, Head of Membership and Marketing National Apprenticeship week brings together businesses and apprentices across the country to shine a light on the positive impact that apprenticeships make to individuals, businesses and the wider economy. The...
