The DfE has estimated that 1488 more places are required in Devon by September 2025 for 2 year olds and under. We want to work with you if you are thinking about making changes to the services you offer.
Month: May 2025
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Reporting critical incidents in schools and early years settingsFollowing a critical incident that occurred last week in Exeter, we are taking this opportunity to remind you of the process for reporting a Critical Incident impacting a school or early years and childcare setting. 
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Share your insights in a nationwide survey on early years special educational needs and disabilitiesAttention all early years educators and childcare providers! Your expertise is needed to shape the future of early years SEND in England. The Local Government Association (LGA), in collaboration with Isos Partnership, is conducting a crucial survey to understand the evolving needs of children from the perspective of those on the frontlines. Closing date for survey is 12 May. 
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How to complete your summer headcount task – training sessionThe Early Years Funding Team will be running virtual training sessions with regards to how to complete your Summer Headcount Task. Sessions will run on the 9th and 12th May. 
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Training and development opportunities for early years and childcare practitionersView the latest training opportunities for early years and childcare practitioners. 
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Getting it right from the start: how early years practitioners work with babies and toddlersA research report which looks at how early years practitioners care for and educate babies and toddlers.