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The IHV's career pathway is designed to make it easier for health professionals to take up health visiting roles. Picture: Monkey Business/ Adobe Stock

Analysis 3 January 2024

Plan to boost number of health visitors

David Johnston reaffirmed his commitment to improving standards of SEND support. Picture: ADCSTWEETS

Analysis 3 January 2024

NCAS Conference: three key issues for children’s sector

A separate EYFS framework specifically covering childminders will be introduced. Picture: Angelina/Adobe Stock

Analysis 3 January 2024

Three views on EYFS reforms

Sure Start failed to measure its impact on skills when assessing child outcomes.

Analysis 3 January 2024

Risks of returning to Sure Start

Russell: ‘I’m absolutely passionate about the cause’

Features 3 January 2024

Interview: Lucie Russell, interim chief executive of Redthread

“We need all political parties to recognise that the current situation for the UK’s children is unacceptable”. Picture: Tom Sickova/Adobe Stock

Opinion 3 January 2024

We need a joined-up strategy for children

Derren Hayes: 'Childcare funding, school standards and tackling violence resonate with the public at large and so will be higher up the agenda this year'

Opinion 3 January 2024

Three key sector issues for a general election year

Deborah McMillan is national safeguarding partner facilitator

Opinion 3 January 2024

Statutory guidance gives us ‘permission’ to practice

John Drew is senior associate at the Prison Reform Trust

Opinion 3 January 2024

A five-point plan for urgent youth custody reform

Building Connections can help young people struggling with heightened feelings of loneliness at transitional times such as when moving to a new school or community. Picture: New Africa/Adobe Stock

Features 3 January 2024

The service that’s helping children feel less alone

Childcare providers are facing financial challenges on multiple fronts. Picture: Julya/Adobe Stock

Features 3 January 2024

Sustainable Childcare - key policy developments

Retention of staff is a problem in childcare settings where children have high levels of need requiring a well-trained workforce. Picture: Shock/Adobe Stock

Features 3 January 2024

The Big Debate: How could government-funded childcare be more sustainable?

Evergreen Early Years offers a wide variety of sessions to cater to families’ needs

Best Practice 3 January 2024

Flexible approach makes Evergreen sustainable

Each year, Lancashire passes on £3.65m to around 1,500 early years providers. Picture: Monkey Business/Adobe Stock

Best Practice 3 January 2024

Lancashire trusts providers’ decision

The pool offers aqua aerobics, aqua natal, baby, toddler and preschool classes.

Best Practice 3 January 2024

Nursery opens onsite swimming academy