Scotland has set out an ambitious plan for improving young children's life chances, but without any new funding behind it. Ruth Thomson sizes up the bigger policy picture. The Scottish Government is ...

Choosing the right early learning programme for your child is one of the most important decisions you will make as a parent. The foundation built during these formative years shapes your child’s ...

So far, 2025 has been a horror year for early education and care. Much of the recent media and political coverage about childcare has focused on safety. This is understandable, given the numerous, ...

A systematic review offers new insights into screen time’s influence on early language acquisition and guidance for educators navigating digital media use in early learning settings.

In the early years of children’s development, opportunities for turn-taking, role-play, and expressing a sense of self are vital. Embedding these within a rich musical framework enhances more than ...

The Department for Education has launched a consultation over proposed changes to the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, which sets standards and outcomes for providers. The DfE is seeking ...

Ever an advocate for education, Nelson Mandela once wisely said, "Sport has the power to change the world. It has the power to inspire. It has the power to unite people in a way that little else does.

How the Princess of Wales's Shaping Us Framework is helping to shine a light on children's social and emotional development at one London primary school. By Nicole Weinstein When Princess Catherine ...

Jeanne Marie Iorio works for The University of Melbourne. Jeanne Marie Iorio has received external funding from the local government and community organisation for activities related to her research.

Australia’s early learning sector now supports 1.44 million children and over $12 billion in annual government funding ASX-listed providers are under growing pressure to improve quality and deliver ...

The draft Karnataka State Curriculum Framework (KSCF) for Foundational Level Education (Early Childhood Care and Education) for children in the age group of 3 to 8 years, in accordance with National ...