We offer a range of cost-effective marketing opportunities to help organisations reach our members and the early years sector. We are proud to only work with organisations that share our values and ethics, and whose products and services are suitable and affordable for the childcare sector. All income received through advertising, events and sponsorship is… Continue reading Marketing opportunities with NDNA
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NDNA Awards 2022: Meet our 2022 award winners: Little Lodge Nursery
The prestigious annual awards event to celebrate the fantastic achievements of our member nurseries make a return for 2023. We want our members to put their nursery settings and staff under the spotlight and celebrate their brilliance in 2023. We’re delighted to hear from Vivek Shah, Director of Little Lodge Nursery, about their experience entering… Continue reading NDNA Awards 2022: Meet our 2022 award winners: Little Lodge Nursery
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Curriculum for Wales: Inclusive practice in Wales nurseries
Inclusive practice recognises, values and promotes the diversity of children and families, and ensures they receive equitable treatment, representation, opportunities and respect. Inclusive practice respects and responds to the unique experiences of children and their families, ensuring that all children receive appropriate support to participate fully in learning, regardless of their age, background, needs or… Continue reading Curriculum for Wales: Inclusive practice in Wales nurseries
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Cynnig Gofal Plant Cymru: Gwasanaeth Digidol Cenedlaethol
Fel y gwyddoch, mae gwasanaeth digidol cenedlaethol newydd Cynnig Gofal Plant Cymru yn agor i rieni fis Tachwedd eleni! Bydd hyn yn galluogi pob rhiant a darparwr gofal plant i ddefnyddio un gwasanaeth unigol i fanteisio ar y Cynnig Gofal Plant. Yn ogystal â sicrhau cysondeb ym mhrofiadau rhieni ledled Cymru, gallai gynnig gwelliant sylweddol… Continue reading Cynnig Gofal Plant Cymru: Gwasanaeth Digidol Cenedlaethol
All things attachment with Suzanne Zeedyk
Improve your practice and fill gaps in your knowledge about attachment theory in early years with our guest blog with Dr. Suzanne Zeedyk. 1. Many early years practitioners are familiar with the attachment theory of scientists such as John Bowlby and Mary Ainsworth. How do they compare with today’s neuroscience? In my experience, many practitioners… Continue reading All things attachment with Suzanne Zeedyk
Anti-racist shout out – Childcare and Play Sector
Welsh Government recently published the Anti-racist Wales Action Plan, it is designed to tackle systemic and institutionalised racism. The actions within the plan are set against the vision of becoming an anti-racist nation by 2030. The Anti-racist Wales Action Plan sets out the goals and actions for Welsh Government, local authorities, statutory bodies and third… Continue reading Anti-racist shout out – Childcare and Play Sector
An afternoon with…Camilla Reid
Join us for a free (virtual) cuppa and an afternoon with Camilla Reid and NDNA’s Purnima Tanuku CBE, sponsored by Hope. When: 30 April 1 – 2:30pmWhere: Virtual (Zoom)Price: FREE to NDNA members (£50.00 for non-members) With thanks to our Afternoon With event sponsor Are you looking to promote your products and services to the… Continue reading An afternoon with…Camilla Reid
Top tips: supporting children’s early language skills
Top tips to support children’s vocabulary and early language skills Research tells us that a child’s language development at the age of 2 years can predict children’s performance on entry to primary school and their future educational success (more on this later). The earliest years are crucial for a child’s future success and it is… Continue reading Top tips: supporting children’s early language skills
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Our practitioners instil wonder, curiosity and a lifelong desire to learn which is so important for all children to thrive and reach their full potential. They offer them memorable learning opportunities which open up a world of possibilities. Purnima Tanuku OBE, Chief Executive of NDNA
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Conference – be part of the bigger picture
The greatest joy of conference for me is meeting old friends and making new contacts – but even more so this year with the chance to get together in person for the first time in three years. Talking with colleagues from across the country , sharing ideas and experiences with others from such a wide… Continue reading Conference – be part of the bigger picture
Join us at NDNA Conference
After two years of being unable to see one another face to face, now is the time to come together again and do what we do best: celebrate the amazing work and passion of our early years sector at NDNA Conference 2022. Our conference and awards is always the highlight of the year for me.… Continue reading Join us at NDNA Conference
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Activity and tip of the week
Disclaimer: Activities with children must always be risk assessed, including for allergies or choking. Children must always have adequate supervision. Resources and materials must always be appropriate for children’s age and stage of development.
NDNA appoints two new Directors
National Day Nurseries Association (NDNA) has appointed a Director of Policy and Communications and a new Director of Business Development as part of plans to enhance the support and representation the sector needs at this critical time. As providers in the early years sector face challenges in delivering government funded childcare places and the uncertainties… Continue reading NDNA appoints two new Directors
Childcare Online Training Bundles: what is included?
The below courses are included in NDNA’s childcare online training bundles. The courses included are suitable for all nations unless otherwise indicated. The courses included are: Mandatory training: Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) – England only: Business and management: Communication and language: Maths: Specialist topics: Online Course Bundles 25 Course Bundle 25 Online Courses Bundle:… Continue reading Childcare Online Training Bundles: what is included?
Nursery Inspections: Review of Quality Practice
What is included: NDNA offers an independent review of quality practice to help settings ensure the highest quality of practice across their provision. Each visit is carried out by an independent advisor who will spend time in your provision looking at all aspects of your practice. Review visits include: Bespoke visits may focus on: The… Continue reading Nursery Inspections: Review of Quality Practice