https://www.daynurseries.co.uk/sitemaps/dn/newsrss/rss.xml Latest News articles from daynurseries.co.uk en-gb Tue, 18 Dec 2018 10:01:02 GMT Tue, 18 Dec 2018 10:01:02 GMT https://www.daynurseries.co.uk/news/article.cfm/id/1603536/teachers-buy-coats-for-poverty-stricken-pupils-due-to-rising-poverty-levels Teachers are witnessing a huge increase in pupils experiencing severe poverty, according to a National Education Union (NEU) snapshot poll released today. Mon, 17 Dec 2018 16:22:00 GMT 1603536 https://www.daynurseries.co.uk/news/article.cfm/id/1603342/Parents-told-they-wont-decide-if-their-summer-born-child-enters-year1-or-reception Mums and Dads will not be deciding whether their Summer-born child will enter Reception or Year 1 at age five, according to new guidance issued to councils, sparking anger among pre-schools. Thu, 13 Dec 2018 11:30:00 GMT 1603342 https://www.daynurseries.co.uk/news/article.cfm/id/1603280/Ofsted-appoints-nursery-managers-and-PACEYs-Penny-Tassoni-to-early-years-forum Ofsted has chosen nursery managers and Penny Tassoni the president of Professional Association for Childcare and Early Years (PACEY), to join its new Early Years Pedagogy and Practice Forum. Wed, 12 Dec 2018 13:53:00 GMT 1603280 https://www.daynurseries.co.uk/news/article.cfm/id/1603273/Nations-favourite-bunch Old People’s Home for 4 Year olds will be returning to our television screens once again for an hour-long Christmas special, with a surprise visit from Alfie Boe. Wed, 12 Dec 2018 12:42:00 GMT 1603273 https://www.daynurseries.co.uk/news/article.cfm/id/1603193/Icelands-gender-segregation-childcare-group-brings-hjalli-to-UK-WITH-NURSERY-BUY The Icelandic childcare group Hjalli Model, which has a teaching method based on gender segregation, has bought its first nursery in the UK. Tue, 11 Dec 2018 16:06:00 GMT 1603193 https://www.daynurseries.co.uk/news/article.cfm/id/1603124/Nursery-children-practise-funky-dance-moves-ahead-of-Baby-sharks-visit Children at St Andrews Day Nursery have been practising their dance moves ever since finding out they had won a competition to get a visit from the YouTube sensation Baby Shark. Mon, 10 Dec 2018 16:17:00 GMT 1603124 https://www.daynurseries.co.uk/news/article.cfm/id/1603087/Government-warns-against-bad-choices-with-its-12-rules-of-christmas-shopping The Government is warning all against making ‘second rate’ choices and is taking back control to avert disaster by issuing its ‘The 12 Rules of Christmas’ to steer parents towards safe children’s gifts. Mon, 10 Dec 2018 12:44:00 GMT 1603087 https://www.daynurseries.co.uk/news/article.cfm/id/1602991/canary-wharf-nurseries-ban-plastic-bottles Five nurseries in London run by Bright Horizons have banned single use plastic bottles and are installing water dispensers, in a bid to cut down on their global usage. Thu, 06 Dec 2018 16:09:00 GMT 1602991 https://www.daynurseries.co.uk/news/article.cfm/id/1602943/just-childcare-eight-nurseries-south-west Nursery group, Just Childcare, has acquired eight nurseries in the south west of England, taking its total number of nurseries up to 48. Wed, 05 Dec 2018 16:11:00 GMT 1602943 https://www.daynurseries.co.uk/news/article.cfm/id/1602873/Some-95-per-cent-of-nurseries-judged-good-or-outstanding-by-ofsted Ofsted’s chief inspector said ‘the early years sector remains strong’ with 95 per cent of childcare and nursery providers judged good or outstanding, but told nurseries they need to encourage 'positive' risk and work with parents to help toilet train their children ‘More children are arriving in Reception in nappies’ Ofsted’s annual report notes the performance of nurseries has improved dramatically - up from 74 per cent six years ago and while the education watchdog praised the hard work of childcare workers, it also stated that when it comes to toileting, nurseries need to work with parents to help potty train their children. Tue, 04 Dec 2018 16:00:00 GMT 1602873 https://www.daynurseries.co.uk/news/article.cfm/id/1602859/Birminghams-last-14-council-run-nurseries-to-be-sold-off-to-private-sector All 14 of Birmingham’s council-run nurseries are expected to be sold to private nursery providers because none of them are ‘breaking even financially’. Tue, 04 Dec 2018 13:02:00 GMT 1602859 https://www.daynurseries.co.uk/news/article.cfm/id/1602783/early-years-teacher-trainee-numbers-decline-for-fourth-year-in-a-row The amount of people training to be Early Years Teachers (EYTs) in England is down by a third this year, the fourth year in a row numbers have declined. Fri, 30 Nov 2018 14:38:00 GMT 1602783 https://www.daynurseries.co.uk/news/article.cfm/id/1602765/A-childs-christmas-wish-out-with-mummy-and-daddy-all-together A little like a Spice Girl song, children around the world are being asked: ‘Tell me what you want. Fri, 30 Nov 2018 10:33:00 GMT 1602765 https://www.daynurseries.co.uk/news/article.cfm/id/1602737/A-quarter-of-new-mums-disillusioned-by-their-experience-of-maternity-leave Taking time off work to look after a new baby should be a time for new mums to cherish, but research undertaken for BBC Radio paints a less than rosy picture of new motherhood. Thu, 29 Nov 2018 15:53:00 GMT 1602737 https://www.daynurseries.co.uk/news/article.cfm/id/1602632/Parents-told-to-argue-in-front-of-children While most parents try to avoid arguing in front of their children, scientists suggest that it is better for children to see a display of candid emotions. Tue, 27 Nov 2018 13:00:00 GMT 1602632 https://www.daynurseries.co.uk/news/article.cfm/id/1602586/nursery-staff-rise-children-swearing-innocence More than one in 10 staff have seen an increase in the number of children swearing in their nurseries, according to a new survey. Mon, 26 Nov 2018 09:34:00 GMT 1602586 https://www.daynurseries.co.uk/news/article.cfm/id/1602568/Downright-irresponsible-that-nursery-funding-rates-freeze-or-fall Nurseries are bracing themselves for a bitter chill next April as funding rates at 13 local authorities will fall, while rates at over 100 councils will stay the same – a move described as ‘downright irresponsible’ for a sector battling rising costs. Fri, 23 Nov 2018 14:01:00 GMT 1602568 https://www.daynurseries.co.uk/news/article.cfm/id/1602527/Parents-urged-to-check-if-Christmas-gift-can-spy-on-your-child Parents are being alerted to the risks posed by smart toys which could be used by hackers to spy on their children this Christmas. Thu, 22 Nov 2018 15:23:00 GMT 1602527 https://www.daynurseries.co.uk/news/article.cfm/id/1602464/Childrens-parents-fight-to-save-nursery-facing-homelessness Parents are desperate to save a nursery from eviction and homelessness following a warning from its council landlord that its wartime building would need expensive repairs to keep it open. Wed, 21 Nov 2018 15:35:00 GMT 1602464 https://www.daynurseries.co.uk/news/article.cfm/id/1602416/Celebrities-back-unicef-petition-to-go-blue-for-childrens-rights Actors Liam Neeson, Orlando Bloom and child star Millie Bobby Brown have backed a UNICEF petition calling on world leaders to protect children’s rights. Tue, 20 Nov 2018 15:54:00 GMT 1602416 https://www.daynurseries.co.uk/news/article.cfm/id/1602393/Nursery-workers-unconsciously-reinforce-gender-stereotypes Nursery activities such as dressing up, football and story time can make children think these activities are either male or female pursuits and can warp their understanding of equality unless male and female staff share all activities, new research reveals. Tue, 20 Nov 2018 12:08:00 GMT 1602393 https://www.daynurseries.co.uk/news/article.cfm/id/1602372/Nurserys-workers-sleep-outside-like-homeless-for-children-in-need Two female workers from Little Stars Nursery left their warm beds to sleep outside on a cold November night to fundraise for BBC Children in Need. Mon, 19 Nov 2018 15:23:00 GMT 1602372 https://www.daynurseries.co.uk/news/article.cfm/id/1602255/nurseries-tell-mps-theyre-forced-to-pay-staff-less-than-people-in-call-centres At the launch of the Childcare and Early Education APPG inquiry into financial sustainability, a panel of nursery owners gave evidence to MPs, talking about their daily struggles to keep operating. Thu, 15 Nov 2018 15:32:00 GMT 1602255 https://www.daynurseries.co.uk/news/article.cfm/id/1602197/government-pledges-18m-disadvantaged-children The Government is to spend £18m on encouraging disadvantaged parents to play and read and chat to their children. Wed, 14 Nov 2018 14:20:00 GMT 1602197 https://www.daynurseries.co.uk/news/article.cfm/id/1602096/mother-and-duaghter-discuss-differences-in-nursery-cultures-in-uk-and-china Jenny Myles is a nursery practitioner based in Kent. Tue, 13 Nov 2018 11:51:00 GMT 1602096 https://www.daynurseries.co.uk/news/article.cfm/id/1602063/larger-nappies-supermarkets-campaigning-mum Tesco now stocks larger nappies after a mum successfully campaigned for supermarkets to sell nappies for children with disabilities or for older children who still wet the bed. Mon, 12 Nov 2018 16:15:00 GMT 1602063 https://www.daynurseries.co.uk/news/article.cfm/id/1601957/Children-urged-to-spend-more-time-outdoors Children should be encouraged to spend more time outdoors to reduce their risk of becoming shortsighted, new research suggests. Fri, 09 Nov 2018 13:57:00 GMT 1601957 https://www.daynurseries.co.uk/news/article.cfm/id/1601891/Women-who-have-boys Postnatal depression (PND) affects one in every 10 women across the UK but new research suggests there is an increased risk of developing the condition if mothers have a baby boy. Thu, 08 Nov 2018 15:08:00 GMT 1601891 https://www.daynurseries.co.uk/news/article.cfm/id/1601850/outdoor-nurseries-allow-children-access-to-natural-childhood-their-parents-once-had Otis Lindblom-Smith is the nursery manager at an outdoor nursery in Chiswick who believes outdoor learning is increasingly popular with parents because “most parents have come from a ‘natural childhood’ where the outdoors was more accessible and with fewer restrictions”. Thu, 08 Nov 2018 10:07:00 GMT 1601850 https://www.daynurseries.co.uk/news/article.cfm/id/1601834/Kids-Planet-thrilled Nursery group Kids Planet has acquired its 32nd setting after purchasing Bunnies Day Nursery in Chester. Wed, 07 Nov 2018 12:33:00 GMT 1601834 https://www.daynurseries.co.uk/news/article.cfm/id/1601791/nurseries-angry-decision-600m-childcare-underspend Childcare providers are “angry” over plans by the government to return an underspend of £600m, earmarked for families with young children, to the Treasury. Tue, 06 Nov 2018 16:46:00 GMT 1601791 https://www.daynurseries.co.uk/news/article.cfm/id/1601786/Squat-for-change-dads-campaign A father has taken to Instagram to share his frustrations about the lack of changing facilities in men’s toilets. Tue, 06 Nov 2018 14:57:00 GMT 1601786 https://www.daynurseries.co.uk/news/article.cfm/id/1601711/Government-criticised-for-turning Childcare organisations have criticised the Government for ignoring the struggles of nurseries, following confirmation that maintained nursery schools will be able to access the 'little extras' Budget cash available to schools. Mon, 05 Nov 2018 15:58:00 GMT 1601711 https://www.daynurseries.co.uk/news/article.cfm/id/1601685/An-hour-of-screen-time Excessive screen time could be causing mental health problems in children as young as two, new research has found. Mon, 05 Nov 2018 12:29:00 GMT 1601685 https://www.daynurseries.co.uk/news/article.cfm/id/1601645/Half-of-sports-related Children account for nearly half of sports-related A&E attendances, new research suggests. Fri, 02 Nov 2018 13:26:00 GMT 1601645 https://www.daynurseries.co.uk/news/article.cfm/id/1601592/Plays-the-thing-scrap-your-adult-ideas-says-froebelian-nursery-manager “Play is the highest expression of human development in childhood, for it alone is the free expression of what is in a child’s soul”, according to Friedrich Froebel, founder of the world’s first nursery, who said what children can do, not what they can't, should be the starting point in their education. Thu, 01 Nov 2018 14:41:00 GMT 1601592 https://www.daynurseries.co.uk/news/article.cfm/id/1601445/opportunity-missed-to-address-30-hours-goverment-funding-in-end-of-austerity-budget Chancellor Philip Hammond addressed the nation with what he has called an ‘end of austerity’ budget, with larger than usual funding pots given out to local government, health and social care. Tue, 30 Oct 2018 10:01:00 GMT 1601445 https://www.daynurseries.co.uk/news/article.cfm/id/1601420/london-nursery-boosts-childrens-independence-resources A nursery in Croydon is boosting children’s independence by giving them ‘access to many resources’ and encouraging them to experiment with interactive equipment and use proper cutlery. Mon, 29 Oct 2018 12:06:00 GMT 1601420 https://www.daynurseries.co.uk/news/article.cfm/id/1601411/nursery-children-focussed-calmer-mile-every-day With obesity on the rise and children spending more time inside on screens and less time outdoors, a nursery in Greater Manchester is “changing mindsets” by getting its children to run a mile every day. Fri, 26 Oct 2018 17:53:00 GMT 1601411 https://www.daynurseries.co.uk/news/article.cfm/id/1601409/health-and-social-care-minister-criticises-makers-of-epipen-in-continued-supply-fiasco Matt Hancock, the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care has criticised the US makers of EpiPen adrenaline auto-injectors, complaining of a ‘lack of clear information being supplied by the company [Mylan] on the resolution timescales’. Fri, 26 Oct 2018 15:21:00 GMT 1601409 https://www.daynurseries.co.uk/news/article.cfm/id/1601342/toddler-discovers-she-has-rare-eye-cancer-after-wearing-pirate-eye-patch A two-year old girl from Dorset discovered she couldn’t see in one of her eyes after her mother persuaded her to wear an eye patch during a game of ‘being pirates’; it turned out she had a rare form of eye cancer called retinoblastoma. Thu, 25 Oct 2018 11:21:00 GMT 1601342 https://www.daynurseries.co.uk/news/article.cfm/id/1601322/orlando-bloom-cbeebies-bedtime-story Orlando Bloom, star of Lord of the Rings and Pirates of the Caribbean, is the latest in a stellar list of celebrities to read a CBeebies Bedtime Story. Wed, 24 Oct 2018 14:30:00 GMT 1601322 https://www.daynurseries.co.uk/news/article.cfm/id/1601268/Former-ofsted-inspector The call comes in just before lunch: ‘Ofsted will be with you tomorrow morning’. Tue, 23 Oct 2018 16:08:00 GMT 1601268 https://www.daynurseries.co.uk/news/article.cfm/id/1601259/government-children-heart-spending-decisions A coalition of children’s organisations are calling on the government to stop ignoring children and put them at the heart of spending decisions. Tue, 23 Oct 2018 13:59:00 GMT 1601259 https://www.daynurseries.co.uk/news/article.cfm/id/1601254/Nurseries-shut-down-by-womens-equal-pay-strike-in-Glasgow Childcare workers are among the low-paid council employees taking part in a 48-hour strike for equal pay in Glasgow. Tue, 23 Oct 2018 12:18:00 GMT 1601254 https://www.daynurseries.co.uk/news/article.cfm/id/1601226/children-very-kind-incredibly-empathetic-newcastle-nursery The ‘children’s behaviour is impeccable’ and the ‘older children are very kind and incredibly empathetic to others’ at The Cedars Nursery, according to inspectors from Ofsted. Mon, 22 Oct 2018 12:30:00 GMT 1601226 https://www.daynurseries.co.uk/news/article.cfm/id/1601155/Good-progress-made-by-71-per-cent-of-preschoolers-in-2018 Nearly three-quarters of pre-schoolers achieved ‘a good level of development’ at the end of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) in 2018 – and the number of children reaching this has risen every year since 2013. Thu, 18 Oct 2018 15:55:00 GMT 1601155 https://www.daynurseries.co.uk/news/article.cfm/id/1601073/thomas-the-tank-engine-book-promotes-rail-safety-to-nursery-children Thomas the Tank Engine has been enlisted by Network Rail and the British Transport Police, to feature in a new picture book teaching children how to stay safe around railways. Tue, 16 Oct 2018 13:11:00 GMT 1601073 https://www.daynurseries.co.uk/news/article.cfm/id/1601070/Banning-parents-from-smacking-children National bans on parents smacking their children have been linked to lower rates of teenage violence, new research suggests. Tue, 16 Oct 2018 12:30:00 GMT 1601070 https://www.daynurseries.co.uk/news/article.cfm/id/1601048/folic-acid-to-be-added-to-flour-to-help-prevent-birth-defects It will soon be mandatory for folic acid to be added to flour in the UK in a bid to reduce serious birth defects such as spina bifida and prevent infant deaths, according to reports. Mon, 15 Oct 2018 16:20:00 GMT 1601048