Today the government has announced changes to the statutory guidance on consumables charging alongside details of the £75 million expansion grant and the future of Stronger Practice Hubs. 1) Statutory guidance changes on consumables charging The government has...
The UK’s leading early education event returns to Olympia Events, London, from 28th February to 1st March 2025, welcoming government figures and industry thought leaders. Childcare & Education Expo London 2025 is the must-attend event for early years education...
Click to Read in English Cliciwch i ddarllen yn Gymraeg In December 2024 in our news story Changes to the Childcare Offer rate for Wales we made you aware of the outcome of the rate review for the Childcare Offer for Wales and that from 7 April 2025 the hourly rate...
The Government’s Spending Review is currently taking place, and PACEY has submitted a response to HM Treasury to highlight key issues. The spending review will shape Government’s multi-year budget and spending plans, prioritising delivery of its key ‘Missions’...
This week is Children’s Mental Health Week (3-9 February) organised by the charity Place2Be. This year’s theme is Know Yourself, Grow Yourself – aiming to empower children and young people and amplify their voice. The campaign is supported by Here4You and The...
Today (3 February) Ofsted has launched a consultation on a new approach to inspection and reporting on education providers, including early years providers. Major reforms were promised in response to last year’s Big Listen consultation which asked thousands of parents...
