Supporting children’s learning in the early years is fundamental in helping them to develop the foundation skills they need. For those delivering home-based childcare, providing opportunities for children to develop these skills is an important part of the role. The...
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...
Helen Donohoe, Chief Executive at PACEY It is fair to say that barely hours after the result of this years’ general election were finalised, the new Secretary of State for Education, the Rt Hon Bridget Phillipson MP was arriving at the Department for Education in...
In the first of a series of three blogs we look at the work of Early Years Stronger Practice Hubs in England and the role they have to play. Sharing good practice that is evidence informed is key for childcare professionals to ensure that they are continuously...
Natalia Prochniak, Star Primary School At Star Primary School, the journey of exploration into Learning Power Approaches (LPA), inspired by the work of Guy Claxton, has been nothing short of transformative. As a former Nursery and now Reception leader, I found myself...
Angela Gamble, Information, Advice and Guidance Manager at PACEY In early years it is common practice to use flour in play, whether that be in homemade play dough or other craft activities, but did you know flour is a raw ingredient and should be cooked or baked to...
