Children have big emotions and may need help from adults to identify and manage their strong feelings. Stacy Mann has kindly offered to share her expertise as a Relax Kids and Charge-Up coach in this blog post to support the sector with emotional literacy. Emotional literacy is the skill of being able to communicate emotions,… Continue reading Emotional literacy
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GDPR for nurseries: top tips
There was a lot of worry and concern about the GDPR (that came into effect on 25 May 2018). Here, Gayle Seekins, NDNA’s Head of IT, explores GDPR for nurseries. Can you believe it’s been over five years since GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018 was introduced? And unfortunately, there is still a cause… Continue reading GDPR for nurseries: top tips
Life as a nursery & early years apprentice
Apprenticeships are a great way for young people wanting to work in early years and childcare to build and develop their skills and knowledge and open the door to a rewarding career. How can I qualify to become an early years practitioner? Most childcare qualifications can be gained while you work in a setting. Apprenticeships… Continue reading Life as a nursery & early years apprentice
Your guide to becoming a nursery manager
Early years and childcare is a great sector for career growth and development. There are many different roles in the sector with opportunities for everyone to start a career, whether you want to work full-time, part-time or, initially, to volunteer. If you are interested in management, you could end up being your own boss, running… Continue reading Your guide to becoming a nursery manager
NDNA in the press
myResources
Welcome to myNDNA’s resources page. You can find a wealth of practical activities and tips set to inspire young minds and help you in improving your practice.
Membership FAQs
I can’t log in to the website Please contact us here. Find out more about our free online early years community myNDNA here. Where are the free policies and procedures to download? Log in to the website and go to the shop page here, add the policies you want to your cart and ‘purchase’ them for free through… Continue reading Membership FAQs
Legal advice for nurseries
Expert advice for peace of mind – NDNA Members have access to our free legal helpline for nurseries, open 24/7. To use the helpline, simply have your membership number ready and call 02921 153812 to speak to a solicitor at Arc Legal about: The helpline now offers a service where you can request a call back at… Continue reading Legal advice for nurseries
Childcare and early years discounts
NDNA partners have been chosen as we believe they offer good quality products and services that can help our members to save time and money. As a business owner, it’s important to ensure that you are getting good value from suppliers of products and services, based on the needs of your business and to check that… Continue reading Childcare and early years discounts
Early years recruitment costs must be reflected in funding rates
Higher employment figures and higher wages will exacerbate the early years sector’s already challenging recruitment and retention issues, says NDNA. A report by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) released today (12 October) gives a picture of numbers of employees returning to pre-pandemic levels with unemployment down and vacancies soaring. • Number of payroll employees… Continue reading Early years recruitment costs must be reflected in funding rates
Work with NDNA: marketing opportunities
Whether you’re currently operating in the sector, diversifying or simply want some market research, we can help you through various marketing opportunities. With thousands of members, our channels reach the decision-makers you’re searching for. Click on the buttons below to find out more or contact our Corporate Partnerships team 01484 407070 and [email protected]
Widgit Symbols for nurseries
Symbols used worldwide to communication and reading What are Widgit Symbols? Widgit Symbols are used worldwide to aid communication and reading. Learning to read and write can be very difficult, especially when new concepts are being introduced. Young children can also find a new environment daunting and hard to navigate. Widgit Symbols add support to… Continue reading Widgit Symbols for nurseries
Vitamin Angels: child nutrition in nurseries
What is Vitamin Angels? Vitamin Angels is a US based non-governmental organisation working globally to reduce micro-nutrient deficiencies in vulnerable populations around the world. Their mission is to help populations at risk of malnutrition, specifically pregnant women, new mothers, and children under five, gain access to life changing vitamins and minerals. It is currently serving over… Continue reading Vitamin Angels: child nutrition in nurseries
Useful links for parents
Here you will find a range of useful links to support you through parenthood throughout England, Scotland and Wales. UK-wide Start for Life NHS – All the support you need about pregnancy, babies, healthy child development, childcare and early education. Tiny Happy People – Activities, play ideas, tips and advice to help you learn about… Continue reading Useful links for parents
Access discounted DBS checks for NDNA members
Pre-employment screening made easy. Looking for a background-checking wingman?
TTS Early Years: nursery resources
Contact TTS Early Years Telephone: 0800 318 686Website: tts-group.co.uk/early-yearsTwitter: @TTS_EarlyYearsFacebook: @TTS_Group Instagram: @TTS_EarlyYears TTS NDNA member discount terms and conditions: Visit TTS online
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The dangers of Pokemon Go
Patricia Hanson, NDNA’s previous Director of Strategic Partnerships and Development, was interviewed live by Talk Radio Europe about the dangers to nurseries of popular game Pokemon Go.
Terror and trauma
The role of the nursery in terror and trauma.
Supporting nursery parents/carers – FAQs
Debt recovery: I’m owed a debt for services already provided. There appears to be no dispute over the debt, but the parent is no longer responding to emails or letters. A letter should be sent to the client ahead of action being taken. Our free Legal Helpline for NDNA members can help with the drafting of this. If… Continue reading Supporting nursery parents/carers – FAQs