Ymwelodd Julie Morgan AS, y Dirprwy Weinidog dros Wasanaethau Cymdeithasol â’r feithrinfa gyntaf yng Nghymru i ennill achrediad Millie Marc , gyda’r gobaith y bydd mwy o leoliadau yng Nghymru yn ystyried gweithio tuag at yr achrediad gwerthfawr hwn. Millie Marc yw’r safon aur mewn cymorth cyntaf pediatrig ar gyfer darparwyr gofal plant. Mae Cymdeithas… Continue reading Gweinidog yn croesawu achrediad Millie Marc i Gymru
Regions: Wales
Childcare Works project brings new talent into the early years sector
Childcare Works is an NDNA Cymru led project and funded by external sources to support and create job opportunities in the early years sector. Since 2019 the Childcare Works project has supported and mentored 189 individuals, 106 of which have experienced positive employment outcomes. The project is currently being funded by The Moondance Foundation and… Continue reading Childcare Works project brings new talent into the early years sector
Flying Start: extension to two-year-olds
In December 2021 Welsh Government signed a cooperation agreement with Plaid Cymru which included a commitment to extend Flying Start free childcare to all two-year-olds. This expansion of funded childcare is to be achieved through an expansion of the Flying Start programme that is already supporting two-year-olds from disadvantaged areas. It is essential that all… Continue reading Flying Start: extension to two-year-olds
National Minimum Standards for Regulated Childcare
The National Minimum Standards for Regulated Childcare (NMS) are designed to assist providers and settings to meet the regulations that are relevant to the service they provide. Registered persons must have regard to the standards. The Welsh Government updated the standards in November 2023. Download The National Minimum Standards for Regulated Childcare for Children Up… Continue reading National Minimum Standards for Regulated Childcare
NDNA Cymru Early Years Case Studies & Best Practice
Read NDNA Cymru early years case studies showcasing our projects and best practice happening at nurseries across Wales. Camau case studies January 2025: Little Stars Deeside September 2024: Highway Nursery March 2024: The Hollies Daycare Nursery December 2023: Rydal Penrhos October 2024: Little Stars Nursery April 2024: Mrs Puddleducks March 2024: Lullabyz Nursery December 2022:… Continue reading NDNA Cymru Early Years Case Studies & Best Practice
Childcare Works case study: Cylch Meithrin Penderyn
My name is Naomi, and I am employed with National Day Nurseries Association (NDNA) as a Trainee Nursery Assistant on the NDNA Cymru’s Childcare Works project. NDNA Cymru’s Childcare Works West Wales & the Valleys 25+ project is a supported employment programme funded by European Social Fund, supported by European Social Fund through Welsh Government… Continue reading Childcare Works case study: Cylch Meithrin Penderyn
Tax-Free Childcare: Parents only using half of accounts
The Government has published its latest statistics for Tax-Free Childcare showing that half of all open accounts are not even used. There was a dip in numbers of people using TFC in June but otherwise more people are using the support than previously. However, only 50% of open accounts were used in April which means… Continue reading Tax-Free Childcare: Parents only using half of accounts
NDNA Cymru: Childcare Offer must keep pace with rising costs
National early years charity and membership association National Day Nurseries Association (NDNA) Cymru welcomes the increase in the Childcare Offer but cautions that this must be reviewed regularly. The Welsh Government has announced an extra £6 million per year to increase the hourly rate for the Childcare Offer for Wales from £4.50 to £5 per… Continue reading NDNA Cymru: Childcare Offer must keep pace with rising costs
Traumatic Situations nursery training
This course will support you in considering the implications for behaviour and the effects of traumatic situations on children, families and practitioners. You’ll explore what we know about children and trauma, what could trigger it and what to do when immediate family members are involved. Course details Duration: Half day (3 hours)Who should attend: Suitable for all… Continue reading Traumatic Situations nursery training
Running a Successful Nursery Business nursery training
This course will help you gain greater knowledge, skills and awareness around the principles of running a successful nursery business, ensuring you can effectively maintain a viable and sustainable childcare business. Practitioners will explore local authority CSA, SWOT analysis vs PEST analysis, marketing, sustainability issues and your business plan. Course details Duration: Half dayWho should attend: Suitable… Continue reading Running a Successful Nursery Business nursery training
Motivation and employee engagement nursery training
Improve staff performance and morale by motivating and employee engagement. Course details Duration: Half day Who should attend: Owners, managers and room leadersLevel: Intermediate What will I learn? This course will support you to establish and embed a clear understanding of the importance of motivation and employee engagement. Key topics: Prices: Prices are based on up to 16 delegates. A… Continue reading Motivation and employee engagement nursery training
Introduction to recruitment and selection nursery training
Safer practice in recruitment means thinking about the welfare of the children at every stage. Course details Duration: Half day Who should attend: Owners/ ManagersLevel: Introductory What will I learn? This introductory course will provide safely recruit quality and committed staff to your setting, following correct processes. Key topics: Prices: Prices are based on up to 16 delegates. A small… Continue reading Introduction to recruitment and selection nursery training
How many nursery staff and children are absent – January quick poll
NDNA put together a very short survey for all nurseries across England, Scotland and Wales to find out the proportion of members of staff and children who are currently absent from their early years setting. The survey simply asks what percentage of usual numbers of staff and children are absent during this week (week commencing 17 January). Please… Continue reading How many nursery staff and children are absent – January quick poll
Reach for the stars – we launch NDNA Nursery Awards 2022!
National Day Nurseries Association (NDNA) is excited to launch its 2022 Nursery Awards after a break of two years due to the pandemic – with some new and updated categories. NDNA’s Nursery Awards are the only ones to feature awards where parents have the opportunity to vote and show their appreciation for their child’s nursery… Continue reading Reach for the stars – we launch NDNA Nursery Awards 2022!
Funded places for all two-year-olds in Wales
A deal between the Welsh Labour Government and Plaid Cymru in the Senedd will mean that a programme of work – including expanding “free” childcare to all two-year-olds – will take place. NDNA Cymru is clear that any expansion of its funded childcare programme must be properly costed and keep track of rising delivery costs.… Continue reading Funded places for all two-year-olds in Wales
High employment rates will put stress on early years recruitment
The Office for National Statistics released its latest figures for the UK labour market this week. Employment is estimated at 75.4% – 1.1 percentage points lower than pre-pandemic levels, but 0.4 percentage points higher than last quarter. Unemployment figures came in at 4.3, a decrease of 0.5 percentage points and is only marginally higher then… Continue reading High employment rates will put stress on early years recruitment
NDNA Cymru publishes early years and childcare election manifesto
This election represents a chance for the next Welsh Government to get it right for early years and childcare as National Day Nurseries Association (NDNA) Cymru has published key issues for children, families and nurseries ahead of the May elections. NDNA Cymru’s manifesto, Getting it Right for Early Years and Childcare, focuses on improving the… Continue reading NDNA Cymru publishes early years and childcare election manifesto
Majority of nurseries in Wales fearing for their future
A snap poll by National Day Nurseries Association (NDNA) Cymru shows that the average day nursery has only two thirds of the number of children attending compared with last year prompting real concerns about their financial sustainability. One in five families were keeping their children at home either over fears about the virus or because… Continue reading Majority of nurseries in Wales fearing for their future
Welsh Government childcare support and information
NDNA Cymru is here to you with all the latest information and guidance on Welsh Government childcare support and information to give you peace of mind. Get the latest updates from the Welsh Government on topics affecting Wales’ childcare sector.
Regulatory bodies for Wales childcare
Within Wales, there are two independent regulatory bodies that inspect childcare and play services; Care Inspectorate Wales (CIW) and Estyn. Find some further information on each of these organisations below. Care Inspectorate Wales Care Inspectorate Wales (CIW) is responsible for inspecting social care and social services in Wales, they register, inspect and take action to… Continue reading Regulatory bodies for Wales childcare