Early Years Blog
A hub for everything early years, EYFS and nursery education.
In our blog you’ll find inspiration for activities, news, events and advice from early years experts.
Top tips to create a SEND-Friendly Primary School Classroom
Author Lindsay Robinson Lindsay Robinson has been a primary school teacher for 23 years and is passionate about achieving the very best outcomes for children through quality first teaching and experiences. I remember receiving very little guidance during my teacher...
Celebrating Difference
Author: Alice Sharp Alice employs her love of people and what makes them tick to approach the world of the child and the journey they take in a truly unique way. Alice has been a teacher for 30 years. She is fascinated by how children develop and learn. What makes...
Celebrating being part of a Global Community
Author: Alice Sharp As a young teacher I can remember how much time and effort went into looking at the SHAP Calender. This is a calendar of festivals around the world. We had to try and ensure we celebrated anything relevant but also introduce other festivals from...
Your Guide to the School-Based Nursery Capital Grant
What is the School-Based Nursery Capital Grant? For schools aiming to enhance their nursery facilities, the School-Based Nursery Capital Grant provides a simple funding solution. This grant is open to eligible state-funded primary schools in England that...
Menorah Hanukkah Craft
Embrace the light and joy of Hanukkah with our menorah craft. This is the perfect activity for children learning about Hanukkah!
Star of David Hanukkah Craft
Discover a Hanukkah craft perfect for early years! Explore the significance of the Star of David with your little ones in our new blog post.
Hanukkah Menorah and Dreidel how-to craft
Hanukkah is a time of joy and light, a festival that celebrates the miracle of oil that lasted eight days when there was only enough for one. At the heart of Hanukkah is the menorah, a nine-branched candelabrum that serves as a symbol of light and hope. Another...
Paper Plate Hand Fan
Celebrate Chinese New Year with our fun and festive Paper Plate Hand Fan craft which is perfect for early years!
Pipe Cleaner Fireworks
Get your littles ones working on their fine motor skills for Bonfire Night with these pipe cleaner fireworks.
Halloween Crafting: Fuzzy Spiders
Get ready for Halloween with some crafting with your little ones! Take a look at our fuzzy spiders craft for a simple, spooky activity.
Diwali Paper Diyas
Celebrate Diwali with our paper diyas activity, perfect for early years! Explore the Festival of Lights through creative hands-on fun.
Ask the Expert: NEW Remote Control Animals
Introduce early years learners to the world of coding with our brand new Remote Control Woodland Animals! Perfect for developing motor skills through fun and engaging play.