In this webinar, which took place on October 14th, 2025, Nicola Burke and Katie Neilson from The Family Music Hub led a practical session exploring how EYFS practitioners can feel confident and inspired in their use of music, with songs and ideas to support emotional regulation, enhance play and enrich learning in everyday routines.
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In this webinar, which took place on November 21st, local specialist leaders in Birth-3s were joined by guest speaker Dr Gemma Goldenberg for a valuable discussion on how practitioners can nurture co-regulation and support babies in developing the foundations for self-regulation through responsive, attuned care.
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Join two of the UK’s leading early years experts, Jan Dubiel and Helen Battelley, for a...
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Writing starts with movement, not pencils. Join Helen Battelley in this recorded webinar to explore how physical development lays the groundwork for mark-making and early writing. Discover practical, playful activities and evidence-informed strategies that connect core strength, fine motor skills, and movement to early literacy, helping young learners become confident, capable scribers.
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Two free virtual briefing sessions in December will help prepare for Ofsted inspections by clarifying the revised Education Inspection Framework (EIF). Ideal for childminders and early years practitioners, these hour-long sessions will cover Ofsted’s judgement areas, inspector expectations, and key updates to enhance confidence in practice.
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The Stronger Practice Hub offers early years educators access to fully funded Emotion Coaching training, promoting children’s emotional and behavioral well-being. Two cohorts are available: one in Bristol and another online, with workshops covering self-regulation and practical strategies. Interested parties should submit an expression of interest by December 12.
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The Stronger Practice Hub is launching two professional development programs to enhance early years mathematics teaching in Bristol. The Maths PDP Pilot offers interactive training for 15 settings, while the Maths Champions Programme trains staff to improve children’s maths outcomes. Both initiatives provide evidence-based strategies for educators.
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Join Jo Ingleby from The Children’s Kitchen for this practical webinar on the new Nutritional Guidance for Early Years Settings. Learn how to improve snacks and meals, promote healthier lunchboxes, develop food policies, and access helpful resources. Perfect for childminders and early years practitioners!
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In this blog post by Nicki Cherry, early years settings discover practical ways to integrate mathematics throughout the day using evidence-informed approaches. Drawing on EEF guidance and featuring case studies from North Somerset nurseries, the post demonstrates how educators can weave mathematical concepts, language, and ideas into daily routines, snack times, and play provision to ensure children don’t miss crucial mathematical learning opportunities.
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Helen Pugh, Forest and Beach Adventures Ambassador at Little Adventures Nursery,...
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Lauren Wilcox is the Baby Room Leader at The Learning Tree Nursery, Chilcompton, Somerset. Lauren...
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