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There’s still time to join the Pyjamarama fun!
Register today for Pyjamarama on 22 May 2025 to access all the resources that will make your day brilliant!
Exciting small grants opportunity for childcare providers creating 2 year old and under places
Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to grow your services and contribute to the well-being of young children in your community. Apply now and be part of this limited initiative! Closing date: 25 May 2025.
Wraparound childcare resources from Childcare Works
Explore the Childcare Works HUB and find the support you need to successfully deliver the childcare expansion programme.
Invoicing, consumables, and charging structures – video from Childcare Works
This Childcare Works video explains about invoicing, consumables and charging structures following the update to the Statutory Guidance from 1st April 2025.
Out of school play and childcare conference – 26 Sept, Exeter (funded for Devon wraparound and HAF providers)
Promoting all aspects of out of school childcare provision, including Wraparound Childcare, Holiday and Food Programme (HAF) and the Breakfast Club programme, the conference is a must for all staff and managers working within the sector.
Early Years Foundation Stage conference: growing up well – 9 October, Exeter
Our annual early years conference will explore how we reduce the ‘disadvantage gap’ and ensure that we give all children the very best life chances. Book early to benefit from the early bird discount of £75 (expires 23 May).
Can you expand, stretch, grow or start a new provision?
The DfE has estimated that 1488 more places are required in Devon by September 2025 for 2 year olds and under. We want to work with you if you are thinking about making changes to the services you offer.
Reporting critical incidents in schools and early years settings
Following a critical incident that occurred last week in Exeter, we are taking this opportunity to remind you of the process for reporting a Critical Incident impacting a school or early years and childcare setting.
Share your insights in a nationwide survey on early years special educational needs and disabilities
Attention all early years educators and childcare providers! Your expertise is needed to shape the future of early years SEND in England. The Local Government Association (LGA), in collaboration with Isos Partnership, is conducting a crucial survey to understand the evolving needs of children from the perspective of those on the frontlines. Closing date for survey is 12 May.
How to complete your summer headcount task – training session
The Early Years Funding Team will be running virtual training sessions with regards to how to complete your Summer Headcount Task. Sessions will run on the 9th and 12th May.