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Around one in five children living in England's most deprived areas never spend time in the natural environment, research for the government has found.

CYP Now 2018 Award winners unveiled

News

Thursday, November 22, 2018

| CYP Now

The 2018 CYP Now Awards were revealed last night on a night of celebration and pride for the sector.

West London Zone: the cradle to career neighbourhood project

Features

Tuesday, June 26, 2018

| CYP Now

The West London Zone offers targeted support to children and young people inspired by a similar project in Harlem, New York. Emily Rogers went to find out more and observe the scheme in action.

Special Report: Early Childhood Development

Features

Thursday, May 31, 2018

| CYP Now

Policymakers and practitioners are boosting support for families in the most disadvantaged areas to help pre-school children develop the skills they need to thrive and reduce the attainment gap.

How Does Video Interaction Guidance Contribute to Infant and Parental Mental Health and Well-Being?

Research

Tuesday, May 29, 2018

| CYP Now

Video interaction guidance (VIG) uses video to help parents become more attuned and responsive to their child's communication.

Cambridge Day Nursery

Best Practice

Tuesday, May 29, 2018

| CYP Now

City-centre nursery prioritises outdoor play, with the garden a seamless part of the setting.

The Effects of Mother-Infant Singing on Emotional Closeness, Affect, Anxiety And Stress Hormones

Research

Tuesday, May 29, 2018

| CYP Now

This article provides evidence on the psychobiological impact of "infant-directed singing" on mothers.

How play builds better communities

Best Practice

Tuesday, May 29, 2018

| CYP Now

Stevenage's play centres provide free play opportunities and improve children's wellbeing, resilience and social skills.

Tell us about your achievements: enter the 2018 Children & Young People Now Awards

News

Wednesday, March 28, 2018

| CYP Now

The 2018 Children & Young People Now Awards are open for entries to organisations, individuals and teams from across the UK.

Naomi House and Jacksplace hospices: the outstanding play team making every day count

Best Practice

Tuesday, February 27, 2018

| CYP Now

Play and playfulness is central to the work of Naomi House and Jacksplace hospices for children and young people. Charlotte Goddard went to meet their award-winning play team to find out more.