'It's not time out, it's time in' for both of us: Co- and self-regulation
This episode is sponsored by Mini Minds Matter. Find out more here: https://www.minimindsmatter.org.uk/ In recent years, there has been a shift in how we approach children's emotional development, mo...
20 Jan 202544min
Navigating the realities of business ownership in the early years sector
This episode is sponsored by The Little Coach House and Jane Todd Nursery Business Support. Find out more here: The Little Coach House: http://www.littlecoachhouse.co.uk/ Jane Todd Nursery Business ...
13 Jan 202545min
My experience with burnout as a Black manager
A reflective piece on experiencing burnout as a Black nursery manager; recognising its signs, overcoming challenges, and fostering inclusivity and equity while prioritising mental health and sharing s...
6 Jan 20251h 11min
What is Makaton?
As more children need some form of augmentative and alternative communication, the use of Makaton is increasing. Rachel Makepeace, a Makaton tutor and Special Educational Needs (SEN) teacher, shares h...
30 Des 202427min
The value of storytelling
In this episode and article, Olivia Corbin-Phillip encourages us to see all conversations as stories, as we are all storytellers…Olivia explains that giving children the gift of becoming storytellers ...
23 Des 202441min
Exploring career challenges for male educators in early childhood
Mattie talks about transitioning from one career to another and the challenges of working in both a male dominated as well as a female dominated workplace. The ups and downs are discussed, including p...
16 Des 202454min
Promoting racially just spaces in early childhood education
Yinka Ogunnusi encourages us to be critical educators and view our practice through an anti-racist lens. From code switching, tackling the feeling of guilt and the politics of early childhood, to 'I d...
9 Des 20241h 1min
Quality provision for 0–2 year olds in English nurseries
Dr Mona Sakr shares insight into ongoing research around baby room provision, aiming to bring together evidence on what quality provision looks like for 0-2-year-olds. The article introduces a small-s...
2 Des 202450min
