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Summer wishes and updates for September 2026
An update from the Early Years and Childcare Service, including the latest developments taking place within Devon’s Early Years Inclusion Service around the new Single Request for Support process.
Building strong foundations for Devon’s children with free local support
Parents and carers of young children in Devon are being encouraged to use free local support to help their child get ready for school.
Updated version of UKHSA guidance to schools and early years settings during heat episodes
This guidance advises those working with children on how to reduce the risks of hot weather to the health of people they provide care for.
Early Years Foundation Stage Conference: Connection is the Foundation – 8 October, Exeter
Have you booked your place yet? This year’s conference explores how we build and sustain meaningful connection across all the places it happens: in the adult–child relationship, through peer play, in partnership with families, and in the everyday routines and experiences that shape children’s sense of safety and identity.
Training from South West Stronger Practice Hub
View the latest training available from South West Stronger Practice Hub.
Give your child the Best Start in Life with EasyPeasy!
Devon County Council is excited to offer you free, premium access to EasyPeasy – an app full of parenting tips, advice and activities for you and your 0-5 year old.
Early years and childcare job adverts – w/c 20/07/2026
View the latest jobs in early years and childcare.
Updated EYFS frameworks come into force 1 September 2026
On 13 July 2026 the Department for Education (DfE) published updated EYFS frameworks for childminders and group and school-based providers, which apply from 1 September 2026.
Priority Services Register (PSR): free support for families and early years staff
Early years providers are encouraged to share information about the Priority Services Register (PSR) with families and staff who may benefit from additional support during utility supply interruptions.
Congratulations to Devon childminder at the regional childminder awards 2026
We would like to congratulate Devon Childminder Hannah Watts, Helping Hands Childminding, who received the Childminder of the Region award from Coram-Pacey.