Andy Burt, Lizzie Battersby, and Nova Robinson discuss Discovery Bags - open-ended resources designed to boost early childhood language and communication through play. They highlight the importance of parental involvement, the impact of technology on language skills, and strategies to build trust and confidence in families to support children's learning.Episode LinksShop the Going Home Discovery Bag Range
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Redesigning EYFS Environments with Emma Hudson
Re-release: Originally aired on 26 Jan 2024Emma Hudson, Early Years Lead at Willerby Carr Lane Primary School, discusses the impact of the redesigned EYFS environment on children and staff. She highlights the importance of stripping back and refining provision to focus on core continuous provision and interactions. Emma also shares the school's approach to peer coaching and the ongoing process of skill progression within each area of provision.Episode LinksDiscover our Room Planning ServiceExplore our Free Audit for your Indoor AreasWatch the Free Planning your Environment Webinar
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Introducing EExREC: Bridging Gaps in Reception Baseline Assessment
Andy Burt and Sarah Carey explore the challenges of assessment in early years education, highlighting the importance of child development and effective practices. Sarah introduces EExREC, a new tool designed to support educators and improve understanding of young children’s needs.Episode LinksExplore the EExREC Baseline Assessment Tool
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Helicopter Stories in Action with Trisha Lee
Re-release: Originally aired on 11 Nov 2022In this episode, we talk to Trisha Lee all about the importance of nurturing and celebrating children’s storytelling. Trisha tells us all about her work in schools and also about her new book, The Growth of a Storyteller, which explores the practice of using helicopter stories to value, nurture and inspire young learners.Episode LinksOrder your copy of The Growth of a StorytellerExplore our Themed Role Play Resources
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When a Room Plan Comes Together!
This week we chat with Rachel Stephenson and Sue Lonsdale from Holme Valley Primary School in Scunthorpe. We discuss their recent Ofsted inspection and the development of their inspirational learning environments.Episode LinksFind out more about our Room Planning ServiceShop our Complete Classroom Solutions
Join us as we discuss a diverse range of EYFS and KS1 best practice and provision, resourcing your Early Years environment and keep you up to date news and reviews from Ofsted & the DfE
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