Month: May 2025

Promoting all aspects of out of school childcare provision, including Wraparound Childcare, Holiday and Food Programme (HAF) and the Breakfast Club programme, the conference is a must for all staff and managers working within the sector.

Our annual early years conference will explore how we reduce the ‘disadvantage gap’ and ensure that we give all children the very best life chances. Book early to benefit from the early bird discount of £75 (expires 23 May).

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.

View the latest jobs in early years and childcare.

Following 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.

Attention 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.

The 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.

View the latest training opportunities for early years and childcare practitioners.

A research report which looks at how early years practitioners care for and educate babies and toddlers.

View the latest jobs in early years and childcare.