16 January 2003
The theme of what kind of learning experiences young
children need runs through this week's issue of Nursery World. The Liberal
Democrats have joined the call to abandon Key Stage...
16 January 2003
The schools inspectorate Ofsted plans to introduce a
new three-point quality grading system for all childcare providers in England
from this spring, based on how well they are meeting the...
16 January 2003
(Photograph) - Graham, aged 17, from Grangemouth High
School in Falkirk, shares a book with four-year-olds at the next-door Inchyra
nursery. He is one of several sixth form students who...
16 January 2003
All nanny agencies in Scotland are to be regulated from
April, enabling parents who use their services to claim the childcare tax
credit when employing nannies, under Scottish Executive plans...
16 January 2003
Dramatic play in the early years, scientific and
investigative play, and toy safety in the nursery setting are just three of the
topics to be covered at an extensive range...
16 January 2003
The National Childminding Association (NCMA) is to hold
a seminar in London next month on 'Integration and best value for children's
services in the community'. The seminar, on 12 February...
16 January 2003
'I appeal to all those involved to be on the bus of
reform, because it is leaving the station and is carrying the nation's teachers
and students with it.' David...
16 January 2003
The head of a voluntary organisation that helps parents
back to work by providing them with free accessible childcare information was
one of many people to be recognised for their...
16 January 2003
A Scottish nursery manager who was awarded an MBE in
the New Year Honours list has welcomed her award as public recognition of the
professionalism and dedication of all early...
16 January 2003
Families who are under stress and receiving support
from social services find access to childcare particularly helpful, according
to a study published by the Scottish Executive last week. Growing Support:...