Year: 2025

Ofsted has launched a consultation on a new approach to inspection and reporting on education providers, including early years providers. The Early Years and Childcare Service will be running 2 virtual sessions on Friday 21st March and Monday 24th March with Jane Burchall, a Senior HMI with Ofsted, who will discuss the proposals in further detail.

The latest data from UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) show that norovirus levels are at their highest since reporting began in 2014. Please print and display the poster which summarises the key advice you need to know to stop the spread of norovirus.

New paediatric first aid training dates confirmed for Spring / Summer 2025

Guidance for childminders, nannies and other registered childcare providers with examples of what Ofsted considers to be a significant event.

Have you recently taken over responsibility for using the Provider Portal or need a refresher? The Early Years funding team will be running virtual training sessions in March and May .

An update on the childcare expansion capital grant.

Free breakfast clubs are set to open on the first day of the summer term 2025.

Free to attend webinars every Monday in March 1 – 2pm. No need to book, just join on the day!

In celebration of National Apprenticeships Week, the government has unveiled a series of changes designed to boost skills in high-demand sectors, such as early years education. One of the standout updates is the increased flexibility regarding English and maths qualifications.

The Big Brush club are providing fully funded virtual training sessions for early years and childcare practitioners and parents / guardians about the importance of children’s oral health. Dates running in March and April.