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,...
Angela Gamble, Information, Advice and Guidance Manager, PACEY In June, the Food Standards Agency issued guidance regarding using flour in play activities and recommended heat treating the flour. We published the BLOG: Raw flour to share this advice and information...
Zara Smith, PACEY Advisor You have identified that one of the children you care for is currently not developing as expected. You have talked to parents, and they also have similar concerns, so you have decided to thoroughly assess their needs. This has given you a...
Pat Tomlinson, PACEY Advisor Water play is so much fun, especially when it’s warm outside, but can be done all year round. Don’t let the grey skies put you off – water play is still fun and can take on different dimensions in our ever-changing weathers. I’ve found...
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...
