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How often should Supervisions be Carried out in Early Years?
Supervisions provide opportunities for staff to reflect on their practice, address challenges, and ensure the best outcomes for children. The frequency of these sessions is crucial to maintaining a hi... ...more
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December 17, 2024•3 min read
What is Accident Prevention in Early Years?
Accident prevention in the early years refers to proactive measures taken to protect young children from harm in educational and care settings. This involves creating safe environments, implementing e... ...more
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December 15, 2024•3 min read
What is Accountability in Early Years?
It's a fundamental principle that prioritises young children's well-being, development, and learning. This principle encompasses the responsibilities of educators, caregivers, and institutions to crea... ...more
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December 14, 2024•4 min read
What are professional supervisions meetings with staff in early years?
These meetings are essential to professional development and are designed to ensure high-quality care and education for children. Here's a breakdown of what these meetings typically involve: ...more
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December 04, 2024•3 min read
Why is it important to carry out supervisions in person?
In-person supervisions for early years staff offer unique benefits that virtual alternatives cannot fully replicate. It has implications for safeguarding too. ...more
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December 03, 2024•2 min read
What if a safeguarding concern triggers an Ofsted inspection?
Safeguarding concerns can lead to unannounced Ofsted inspections. Being prepared at all times is essential. Here’s a simple guide to handling these inspections before, during, and after they happen. ...more
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December 02, 2024•2 min read
How could I look after my staff's well-being?
Looking after your staff's well-being is crucial for fostering a positive work environment, improving morale, and increasing productivity. Good well-being for all can prevent some safeguarding issues ... ...more
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November 26, 2024•3 min read
In what ways can an early years professional report signs of child abuse?
Early years professionals play a vital role in safeguarding children by identifying and reporting signs of abuse. Here are the key steps they should follow in the UK: ...more
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November 24, 2024•2 min read
How Dangerous is Whooping Cough?
While severity varies, whooping cough can be fatal, especially in young infants and those with weakened immune systems. ...more
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November 13, 2024•2 min read
Should you take a toddler’s comforter at bed time because of bad behaviour during the day?
Taking away a toddler's comforter at bedtime as a consequence of bad behaviour during the day is a strategy that raises significant concerns regarding its impact on the child's emotional well-being an... ...more
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November 06, 2024•3 min read
Why is Evaluation Important in Early Years Education?
Evaluation is the tool to achieve high-quality early years education. The EYFS plays a crucial role in directing the observation and assessment of children. It advocates for a comprehensive understand... ...more
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December 18, 2024•12 min read
What is Institutional Abuse in the Early Years?
This form of abuse arises when the practices, policies, or culture of the institution fail to prioritise the well-being of children, leading to situations where neglect or harm is perpetuated by indiv... ...more
Types of Abuse
December 18, 2024•4 min read
How often should Supervisions be Carried out in Early Years?
Supervisions provide opportunities for staff to reflect on their practice, address challenges, and ensure the best outcomes for children. The frequency of these sessions is crucial to maintaining a hi... ...more
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December 17, 2024•3 min read
Use of Retraint in Early Years
In the UK, these measures must always be a last resort, used only when necessary to protect children or others from harm, and carried out with the utmost care to ensure the well-being and dignity of t... ...more
Types of Abuse
December 16, 2024•4 min read
What is Accident Prevention in Early Years?
Accident prevention in the early years refers to proactive measures taken to protect young children from harm in educational and care settings. This involves creating safe environments, implementing e... ...more
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December 15, 2024•3 min read
Grave & Georgina - Serious Case Review
At the beginning of February 2018, Ms. G went to nursery with Grace and asked staff members what might cause blood behind Georgina’s eyes... what would you have done differently? ...more
Case Reviews
December 14, 2024•4 min read
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