School based nurseries: funding round 2
This post is for all early years providers and not just for schools. The DFE has announced the next round of school-based nursery funding. The application window for schools opens on September 22 and closes on December 11th.
Prevention and management of infections – helpful information
Advice about preventing and managing cases and outbreaks of infectious diseases.
Magnetic safety (Child Accident Prevention Trust)
The Child Accident Prevention Trust (CAPT) warns that more than 300 children a year are rushed to A&E after swallowing magnets and one in ten needs life-saving surgery.
Applications open now for funded Skills Bootcamps starting soon – upskill yourself or your workforce today!
Up to 90% funding available for Early Years training in Devon, including Level 3 Early Years Educator, Playwork and Childminding.
Bookstart pre-schooler packs for north and mid Devon settings
We are collecting orders for BookTrust Pre-schooler packs for those children in targeted settings in North and Mid Devon, so please look out for the email in the next week. The closing date for orders is: Friday 19th September 2025.
New places for 2-year-olds from November 3 in Tiverton
Two Moors Primary School in Tiverton is consulting between 8 September and 6 October 2025 on adding 5 two-year-old places to their nursery class.
Early years and childcare job adverts – w/c 8/9/2025
View the latest jobs in early years and childcare.
Wraparound childcare – an opportunity for schools, conference and fully funded training!
Find out about this exciting opportunity for your school to access wraparound childcare funding! We also have information about the forthcoming Out of school play and childcare conference coming up on 26 September and some fully funded wraparound training titled ‘The Essential 3 series’ – you won’t want to miss this!
The vital role of the MMR vaccine in early years settings
Early years settings play a key role in preventing the spread of measles. By encouraging parents to ensure their children are up to date with their vaccinations, providers can help reduce the risk of outbreaks. Access resources from the UKHSA.
Early years employment reference template
This form will help early years providers give references for current and former employees. It includes questions about the person’s role, safeguarding history, and suitability to work with children which is now a requirement within the new Early Years Foundation Stage Statutory Framework Sept 2025.