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Call for targeted EYFS training

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  • Tuesday, March 3, 2009
  • | CYP Now
The early years sector has called for more targeted training and support six months after a new curriculum for under-fives became law.

Parental praise for Sure Start in Kent

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  • Tuesday, February 5, 2008
  • | CYP Now
Nearly every parent attending a Sure Start centre in Kent has said they are satisfied with the services and that they have made a difference to their lives.

ISA backs hire of ex-offenders

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  • Tuesday, January 13, 2009
  • | CYP Now
The creation of vetting and barring body the Independent Safeguarding Authority (ISA) will make it easier for ex-offenders to work with children and young people, according to one of its board members.

Careers Special: Where next for the children's workforce?

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  • Monday, September 20, 2010
  • | CYP Now
The previous government set out an ambitious plan less than two years ago to ensure all of the children's workforce received proper training and were able to move more freely between roles. Ben Willis asks whether the vision remains on track.

Daily roundup: Army recruits, play and school fields

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  • Thursday, July 18, 2013
  • | CYP Now
More than a quarter of army recruits are aged under 18 when they sign up, play leaders warn against proposed legislation changes that could threaten children's freedom, and government figures reveal schools sold 19 playing fields since the 2012 Olympic Games, all in the news today.

Children need a long-term plan in this spending abyss

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  • Tuesday, October 30, 2012
  • | CYP Now
The country might be out of recession (again), but with the size of the deficit still enormous, public spending shows no sign of returning to growth. In our special report, we examine the long-term challenges and consequences of children's services spend continuing to fall during this decade.

Nursery gives top tips for success

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  • Tuesday, January 29, 2008
  • | CYP Now
The director of two nurseries rated as outstanding by Ofsted has shared her tips for scoring the highest possible rating from the watchdog.

Leicestershire sees surge in male staff

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  • Tuesday, March 4, 2008
  • | CYP Now
The number of men working in childcare has increased by 50 per cent in Leicester in the past two years, according to new figures from the local authority.

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