Today (20 March) Coram Family and Childcare has published its 24th annual Childcare Survey, highlighting the state of childcare availability and cost in the UK. This is the first survey publication since the government’s expansion to funded early years entitlements...
Darllenwch hyn yn Gymraeg yma In this case study we speak to Shelley Rees, Service Manager for PACEY Cymru on the importance of observation and the part it plays in supporting babies and young children’s development. We also include feedback from practitioners who’ve...
The Government consulted on proposals to strengthen the EYFS safeguarding requirements and make them more comprehensive for early years providers. This is to ensure that all children are kept as safe as possible in early years settings. The Early Years Foundation...
Click to Read in English Cliciwch i ddarllen yn Gymraeg Coram PACEY Cymru are pleased to announce that through a generous donation from The Moondance Foundation and additional funding from Welsh Government we are able to provide a discount on funded membership for...
PACEY has joined other leading early years organisations to launch a new ‘Starting Reception’ definition to help parents, carers, early years and education professionals prepare children for starting in Reception year at school.  The new definition comes after a...
The suitability of staff in early years settings is incredibly important and recruitment procedures are a way of ensuring that providers employ people suitable for the job. The safeguarding reforms, coming into effect from September 2025, will strengthen the existing...
Early Years Advisory Practitioner, Tracy Graham talks to PACEY about her career highlights. Tracy, tell us a bit about yourself? I was born in the Midlands and had a settled upbringing, albeit on a council estate with not much money. When resources are limited,...
Darllenwch hyn yn Gymraeg yma Exploring and combining some of the key points in this section will help as you evolve your space in a responsive way over time. Digest and use the ideas here to trigger questions, reflection and also new thinking as you continually...
Click to Read in English Cliciwch i ddarllen yn Gymraeg Numeracy is an integral part of children’s everyday lives, with support and opportunities to explore mathematical concepts children can develop their exploration, curiosity, and communication skills. In this Blog...
On Friday, the Government updated the statutory guidance for local authorities on early years and childcare in England to improve clarity around consumables and additional charges. PACEY had conversations with the Department for Education while the guidance was in...
We will be back at the iconic Bishopsgate Institute on Saturday 6 February 2027. Throughout the day, we will be looking back and celebrating the last fifty years of childcare and early years and the contribution of home-based childcare professionals. We cant wait to share it with you.
Our super early bird sale has come to an end. But don't fret you can still get your early bird tickets until 31 October 2027!
