The Best Start in Life strategy and what it means for the sector
The UK Government's Best Start in Life strategy, released in July 2025, sets out a cross-departmental vision to improve services for children and families in England. While it acknowledges the importa...
27 Okt 202535min
Nutritious mealtimes for under 5's
This article and podcast episode take a close look at some of the key questions around nutrition for under 5's; from what "free sugars" really are and why young children don't need much sugar, to how ...
20 Okt 202543min
The science of play: How shared activities transform family dynamics
New research reveals the profound impact of play on family bonding, language development, and emotional connection Kinder and the University of East London's Institute for the Science of Early Yea...
13 Okt 202540min
A breath of fresh air: Reducing illness in early years settings by improving indoor air quality
Indoor air quality (IAQ) directly impacts child and staff health in early years settings and schools. This article and podcast episode explores why clean air matters, what we've learned from COVID-19,...
6 Okt 202549min
Extremely early literacy
How early is too early for literacy? It is never too early! This article and podcast episode explore the significance of early literacy from the prenatal period onwards. Drawing on brain development r...
29 Sep 202547min
Beyond the algorithm: Exploring inclusion and diversity within AI
The use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) offers a pivotal role in reshaping daily practice by streamlining the administrative processes, therefore freeing up valuable time and reducing time burden admi...
22 Sep 202541min
Elevating children's thinking: Conceptual understanding through inquiry and play
The International Baccalaureate (IB) emphasises concept-driven inquiry. In the Primary Years Programme (PYP) learners explore broad and transferable ideas, enabling deeper thinking and application acr...
15 Sep 202540min
Tummy time is an outdated notion
This article and podcast episode challenges the conventional practice of tummy time, drawing on research from Pikler, Feldenkrais, and Goddard Blythe to argue that babies thrive when allowed to move f...
8 Sep 202536min
