early years development

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Accessibility in the Early Years: Supporting the Unique Child

When we talk about accessibility in early years education, we are not only referring to ramps or doorways, but to the wider idea that every child should be able to take part in nursery life in a way that works for them. The EYFS describes each child as a “unique child”, and accessibility is how […]

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Mixed-Age Play: Building Kindness, Confidence and Resilience

In early years settings, children naturally spend most of their time with their own peer group. This is valuable: they build friendships with children at a similar stage of development, practise turn-taking, learn how to negotiate, and find common interests. But there is also a quiet strength in allowing children to play, explore and collaborate

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