In this blog we explore some simple ideas to help create a nurturing environment to support children's emotional wellbeing. Read more

Children’s physical development is always an important focus. But why is it so important now more than ever before to provide children with a variety of opportunities for movement every day? We discuss creating a movement rich environment and the impact physical activity has on children's mental health, wellbeing and self-regulation. Read more

Mother's Day falls on Sunday 14th March this year, so be prepared! Here are 5 very easy-to-create cards for children to make and add their own special messages to. Read more

Every year there are two Eid celebrations in the Islamic calendar. Teaching children about these very important festivals can help to develop their understanding of different cultures, beliefs and practices. Read more

The new Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) 2021 includes a number of changes. We have created two downloads to support you and your setting in implementing these. Read more

This series of articles has been written by industry experts to help you to understand changes to the EYFS Framework. In this blog, Early Years consultant Alistair Bryce-Clegg looks at the Communication and Language area of the framework.  Read more

Learn about how one school used their pop-up sensory space to create a peaceful and purposeful Calming Cube! Read more

The great outdoors can spark so many sensory experiences! Ruth Lue-Quee, educational expert, offers some advice to help you plan and setup your own outdoor sensory space. Read more

Read this blog to explore Remembrance Day activity ideas  and art projects to enjoy and share with your children. Read more

Maths is often referred to as a ‘universal language’, using symbols and numbers rather than words, and in some ways this is true.  Anyone who has taught children recently arrived from a non-English speaking country will know that they can often tackle a page of sums and feel much more at ease than in other areas of the curriculum. The numbers, symbols and methods used are very similar wherever they have been taught, so they immediately know what to do. Read more

In this blog we explore a range of innovative technology resources to enhance essential 21st century learning skills. Read more

This series of articles has been written by industry experts to help you to understand changes to the EYFS Framework. In this blog, Early Years consultant Alistair Bryce-Clegg outlines what has changed and what has stayed the same in the framework.  Read more

This series of articles has been written by industry experts to help you to understand changes to the EYFS Framework. In this blog, Early Years consultant Alistair Bryce-Clegg looks at the Mathematics area of the framework.  Read more

This series of articles has been written by industry experts to help you to understand changes to the EYFS Framework. In this blog, Early Years consultant Alistair Bryce-Clegg looks at the Expressive Arts and Design area of the framework.  Read more

Explore and enjoy these firework themed art actitivites created by @create_make_and_play. Read more

In this fifth blog in the series, Lucy Marcovitch shares her advice on how to manage any tricky questions within your PSHE sessions. Read more