DfE consultation launch: EYFS space requirements See message below from the DfE: As we get more children ready for school at age 5, we are exploring new ways to help providers offer more high-quality childcare places for families, that include access to outdoor space. Evidence shows the huge benefits of outdoor play to children from… Continue reading Early Years: DfE consultation launch: EYFS space requirements
Supporting EY settings to make best use of Early Years Pupil Premium: (EYPP) To ensure EYPP funding is spent on activities that meet the objective of improving outcomes for socio-economically disadvantaged children, early years settings should plan their spending based on well-evidenced approaches and interventions, alongside knowledge of the context and needs of children at the setting. The EEF Guide offers step-by-step… Continue reading Supporting EY settings to make best use of Early Years Pupil Premium: (EYPP)
EY Stronger Practice Hub, London South: Free training and recorded webinars For all Early Years Providers, please see London South Early Years Stronger Practice Hub | Stronger Practice Hubs Free Tools, Resources and Opportunities for Reflective Practice Developed by the Education Endowment Foundation (EEF) to support the Early Years Stronger Practice Hubs, the Evidence Store… Continue reading EY Stronger Practice Hub, London South: Free training and recorded webinars
Transition form: children moving to school in September 2025 Please complete the ‘Early Years Summary Transfer Form’ for children moving to reception in September. This will enable the school to plan for the child’s needs. There is one form to complete per child. If the child has SEND there is the extra section on the… Continue reading Early Years: Transition form: children moving to school in September 2025
The Mayor of London launches the ‘Skills Bootcamp programme (6 Wave). This initiative provides Londoners with training in high-demand sectors, including Early Years. The programme is for adults aged 19 and over and is open to those who are: looking to enter employment, upskill or change careers full-time or part-time employed self-employed unemployed or returning… Continue reading Early Years: Mayor’s Skills Bootcamp for Londoners
Roadshows are happening across different regions in England. These events are for group-based settings leaders and managers and a great opportunity to: Engage with DfE to share your ideas, successes, concerns, and challenges. Your voice can help shape governments for early education and childcare policy. hear updates about the Best Start in Life programme and… Continue reading EY: Department for Education Early Education and Childcare Provider Regional Roadshows
Key Stage 2 Standard Assessment Tests (SATs) Support for schools when administering the SATs Target group: Headteachers and Senior Leaders Local Authorities (LA)s are required to carry out monitoring visits in approximately 10% of schools. An LA representative will visit schools unannounced and will follow the guidance given by the Standard Assessment Agency. Monitoring visits… Continue reading Key Stage 2 Standard Assessment Tests (SATs) Support for schools when administering the SATs
See update below from the Department for Education: With the recent updates to charging guidance and providers starting to prepare for the introduction of 30 hours to children from 9 months to 2, from September 2025, we have worked together with Childcare Works to bring together some key resources which you can access and share… Continue reading EY: Resources to help providers plan for sustainable business models: DfE
Parents are required to attend both sessions listed below, so they understand all the developmental stages for their child’s toilet training journey. Friday 9 May 2025, 10.15am Friday 23 May 2025, 10.15am Each session will typically last 45 minutes. See Toilet Training for Parents May 2025 Flyer
See below update from the Department for Education Charging for meals Providers remain able to charge parents for a meal provided to a child. The Department is not encouraging parents to opt out, and we know that many parents prefer to purchase things like meals from their provider. However, as we have made clear in… Continue reading Early Years: Charging for meals for 15 or 30 hours funding: DfE
