Information for childcare providers

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.

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.

View the latest training opportunities for early years and childcare practitioners.

A research report which looks at how early years practitioners care for and educate babies and toddlers.

View the latest jobs in early years and childcare.

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.

Ofsted has launched a consultation on a new approach to inspection and reporting on education providers, including early years providers. Closing date to respond to consultation is Monday 28th April 2025.

Calling all early years and childcare and wraparound providers! Come and join our fully funded ‘Fun with Food’ workshop running on 20 May at 7pm – 8pm. The session will cover healthy and fun food activities for children and how to manage on a low budget with limited kitchen facilities as well as adapting to suit individuals with dietary requirements and intolerances. 

New guidance helping early years providers offer healthy, balanced and nutritious food.

Join us in celebrating World Health Organisation Hand Hygiene Day on 5th May! Let’s promote good handwashing practices in our schools, early years settings, and childminding environments.