Creative play trays in EYFS settings is a vital educational tool. It nurtures a wide range of developmental areas, from physical to social to cognitive, making it an indispensable element of early childhood education. By embracing the benefits of this activity, educators can create rich, engaging learning experiences that ripple through a child’s development, laying […]
Autumn gives you one of the richest sensory palettes of the year. The colours, smells, and textures of seasonal produce are naturally compelling to young children, and harvest festival channels all of that into something with real meaning. It also opens doors. Children who learn where food comes from at age 3 or 4 carry […]
Outdoor play provides children with opportunities to use their energy as they run, climb, play, and explore. To support the body’s natural rhythm of activity and rest, the outdoor environment should also include quiet spaces where children can relax, recharge, reflect, and observe the natural world, enjoying peaceful moments that promote their emotional well-being and self-regulation. Sensory sounds space learning […]
Sand play offers vital developmental benefits for children. Great outdoor activity as a group or individual play: Can be used in a mixture of dry and wet sand activities to offer a variety of expression and development. Children of all ages enjoy the sand texture and adding water to explore how its texture changes and […]
New Safeguarding Changes For 2026 New safeguarding measures which were the focus of a consultation earlier this year will be implemented from September 2025 to make sure the increase in places doesn’t reduce quality. These updates include safer recruitment practices and safer eating which the Department for Education consulted on between April and June. They […]
How children typically learn maths ! In order to lay the foundations for learning, settings should embed practices that support relationships with children and extend children’s learning. This includes: staff knowing individual children well; a culture that supports children’s curiosity, thinking, and problem-solving; and children engaging in appropriate, cognitively-challenging activities. Mathematical development involves acquiring skills, […]
