What is the statutory framework about? A new statutory framework for the early years foundation stage (EYFS) came into force on 1 September. The framework sets out mandatory standards for the learning ...

As national debate around early childhood education intensifies, influential voices outside the traditional education sector are joining the call for reform. One example is the Centre for Policy ...

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, ...

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 ...

Susan Irvine has received funding from the Australian Research Council and grants from the Queensland Department of Education and Training. In 2007, the Rudd Government committed to a series of ...

A recent study from India has highlighted the transformative potential of early science education for children aged four to six. The research offers valuable insights for ECEC professionals globally, ...

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.

The Institute of Public Affairs’ Bella d’Abrera says indoctrination has “no place” in early learning centres. The IPA’s analysis of the federal government’s Early Years Learning Framework found that ...

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 ...