by admin | Apr 26, 2026 | childcare, childcare costs, Childcare Funding Crisis, early years education, free childcare, SEN Childcare, Uncategorized
On the surface, our name sounds simple. After all, that’s what the government wanted to portray free childcare in the UK. It sounds like something positive.. Something that should exist in a country that says it backs working families. But the truth behind our name...
by admin | Apr 24, 2026 | childcare, childcare costs, Childcare Funding Crisis, early years education, free childcare, SEN Childcare, Uncategorized
We all want the absolute safest environment for our babies. No one is arguing with that. The government has recently tightened safer sleep guidance within the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), and on paper, it’s a positive move. Clearer expectations. Stronger...
by admin | Apr 8, 2026 | childcare, childcare costs, Childcare Funding Crisis, early years education, free childcare, SEN Childcare, Uncategorized
Across France, something deeply uncomfortable is being exposed. Not just individual cases of harm, but patterns. Children as young as three, attending école maternelle (state nursery schools), have come forward describing experiences that range from sexual abuse to...
by admin | Apr 4, 2026 | childcare, childcare costs, Childcare Funding Crisis, early years education, free childcare, SEN Childcare, Uncategorized
Choosing a nursery is a big decision. And with the rise of school-based nurseries, many parents are being told this is the “best start” for their child. But the reality is, not all settings are the same. And not all environments will suit every child. So before making...
by admin | Mar 25, 2026 | childcare, childcare costs, Childcare Funding Crisis, early years education, free childcare, SEN Childcare, Uncategorized
Dear Minister, We write to you as a campaign group representative of the independent early years sector; providers who, for decades, have formed the backbone of early education and childcare across the UK. We are compelled to ask a simple but urgent question: How much...
by admin | Mar 16, 2026 | childcare, childcare costs, Childcare Funding Crisis, early years education, free childcare, SEN Childcare, Uncategorized
The government now offers funded childcare for children from 9 months old, but many parents are finding the system confusing, especially when maternity leave and term dates come into play. If you’re planning your return to work, it’s important to understand when you...
