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24 August 2006, Nursery World

In the face of much concern about some aspects of the draft Early Years Foundation Stage, welcome news came this week that the Department for Education and Skills is proposing...

Questions over £5m for PVI staff training

24 August 2006, Nursery World

Private and voluntary providers in Scotland have welcomed the news of a £5m annual fund dedicated to improving training and qualifications for early years and childcare staff in the PVI...

EYFS to spend longer in development

24 August 2006, Nursery World

Early years experts have greeted with relief the DfES decision to extend the development period for the Early Years Foundation Stage, in the face of strong criticism of the proposed...

A budding musician demonstrates his talents in the new outdoor play area at Hayle Children's Centre

24 August 2006, Nursery World

(Photograph) - A budding musician demonstrates his talents in the new outdoor play area at Hayle Children's Centre, Cornwall. The instruments were provided by Perranuthnoe-based company Kif Guitars for the...

Media watch

24 August 2006, Nursery World

Newborn babies should be held naked next to their mother's skin for the first hour after birth so the two can bond, reported the Daily Mail. According to Dr Mary...

'Could be safer', say inspectors

24 August 2006, Nursery World

The majority of registered providers ensure that children in their care are kept safe and healthy, but Ofsted has identified ways that safety could be improved in nearly half the...

David Cameron promises cheaper childcare

24 August 2006, Nursery World

High-quality childcare would be made 'more available and more affordable' if the Conservatives came to power, said party leader David Cameron in a revised document which is intended to act...

Local authorities' plans for children and young people

24 August 2006, Nursery World

Local authorities' plans for children and young people are examined in the National Foundation for Educational Research's interim report, Analysis of the 2006 Children and Young People's Plans, to be...

Partners in Excellence Awards

24 August 2006, Nursery World

Entries are still being accepted by the Daycare Trust for the Partners in Excellence Awards, which are open to all those helping to deliver Sure Start and extended schools services....

'Play needs more work' after study

24 August 2006, Nursery World

Leading play organisations have welcomed a report outlining Government work to improve play opportunities for children and young people, while warning that more needs to be done if significant long-term...