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The recent cyber-attack on a UK nursery has highlighted just how vulnerable all organisations can be and how important it is to have that ‘it could happen here’ mindset when it comes to cyber security. Read more for useful tips and guidance.

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Welcome to our second update on the ongoing redesign of Devon’s Education and Learning Services, specifically focusing on Early Years and Childcare. We’re committed to keeping you informed and supported throughout this transition.

From spring 2026, Foundation Years will provide new written resources, videos and peer-to-peer sessions for schools, facilitated by local authorities. This is to help reception teachers carry out the EYFSP assessment with confidence and consistency.

View the latest jobs in early years and childcare.

We would like to share some important updates regarding the evolving structure of Devon County Council’s Education Services, and what this means for Early Years and Childcare.

View some of the latest training coming up for early years and childcare practitioners in Devon which you can find on the Devon Education Services Shop.

The UK Government has confirmed that under the newly enacted Martyn’s Law (The Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025), all early years settings will be classified under the Standard Tier, regardless of their capacity.

DfE invite for childminders and representative bodies, to the early years and childcare childminder roadshow on Thursday 25th September at 6.30pm – 8pm.

We would like to congratulate First Steps Nursery and Play Scheme on achieving ‘Outstanding’ in their recent Ofsted inspection. Well done!