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New paediatric first aid training dates confirmed
New paediatric first aid training dates confirmed for Spring / Summer 2025
Significant events to notify Ofsted about
Guidance for childminders, nannies and other registered childcare providers with examples of what Ofsted considers to be a significant event.
How to complete your spring amendment task and how to complete your summer headcount task – training sessions for providers
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 .
Growing places? An update on the childcare expansion capital grant
An update on the childcare expansion capital grant.
More free breakfast clubs in Devon than in any other area in the country!
Free breakfast clubs are set to open on the first day of the summer term 2025.
Child sexual abuse fully funded webinars
Free to attend webinars every Monday in March 1 – 2pm. No need to book, just join on the day!
Exciting news for aspiring apprentices!
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.
Oral health improvement training
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.
Congratulations to our ‘Outstanding’ provider!
We would like to congratulate Westclyst Community Primary School on achieving ‘Outstanding’ in their recent Ofsted inspection.
Early Years Foundation Stage conference: Growing up well
Join us for the annual EYFS conference which takes place on 9th October in Exeter. This year focusing to ensure every child can thrive in their early years and will also explore how we can reduce the ‘disadvantage gap’ and ensure that we give all children the very best life chances.