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Adding 2-year-olds to the Autumn Amendment Task
Important information on adding 2-year-olds to the Autumn Amendment Task. The helpdesk will be closed from 22 December – 2 January.
Provider Self Update and Find Childcare launch delayed until January 2024
The Provider Self Update and Find Childcare will go live in January 2024.
Government updates
Updates this week include: Early years qualifications achieved in the United Kingdom – qualification checklist has been updated and updated information on ‘apply to join a nursery or other daycare organisation’ – to include updated info on reference requirement for roles that involve working directly with children.
Ongoing DfE training and support: Early Years Professional Development and Childminder Mentor Programme
The EYPDP programme is an exciting opportunity for early years practitioners to improve their understanding and skills in supporting the development of the most disadvantaged children between the ages of 2 and 4. Also information on the Childminder Mentor Programme.
Action for Children- funded webinars for parents and carers
Action for Children are offering a selection of webinars and online events including digital drop in session for male carers.
Congratulations to one of our Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) programme providers!
Congratulations to one of our Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) programme providers for winning ‘Best HAF Provider’ at the national Out of School Club Awards!