Practical ways to recognise and build on every child’s cultural capital in the EYFS.

Re-release: Originally aired on 3 Mar 2023

What does ‘cultural capital’ really mean in the early years? Nicky Turner from Astrea Multi-Academy Trust joins us to discuss how educators can celebrate children’s experiences, backgrounds, and interests — and use them to shape meaningful learning every day.

Episode Links

• Read our Blog "All About Building on Children’s Interests"
• Access Training on How to Explore and Develop Children’s Interests
• Explore Continuous Provision Inside Out and make the most of your provision.

Claire Underwood shares her journey in early years education, from teaching in affluent areas to leading outdoor learning at Hopping Hill School. She introduces Wonderwood, a nature-based space that inspires creativity and connection, and reflects on the importance of adult engagement, teacher wellbeing, and belonging in early education.

Episode Links

• Join the New Outdoor Roadshow at a Location Near You
• Explore our Complete Outdoor Learning Solutions

Re-release: Originally aired on 17 Feb 2023

This week, we’re joined on the podcast by Ben Kingston-Hughes. Ben is an author, trainer, keynote speaker and also the Managing Director of Inspired Children. Our conversation takes many twists and turns but focuses on the vital importance of early childhood.

Episode Links

• Join our "The Child in Mind" Conference
• Order a copy of Ben's Book
• Explore our Training & Events
• Listen to our interview with Prof. Sam Wass "The Secret Lives of Young Learners"

This week we talk to Jenny Nechvatal about her experience as a parent of children with autism. She shares key advice for effective practice when working with children with SEND.

Episode Links

• Discover SEND Training and Support to Guide You
• Explore the Innovative Disability Solutions Website
• Order Embracing Disability in Early Childhood on Amazon

Re-release: Originally aired on 18 Nov 2022

As one of the prime areas of learning, physical development underpins children’s overall learning and development. Yet how often do we consider children’s physical development in real depth? In this week’s episode, we talk with Helen Hawes about her support work in schools and how small changes to our practice can have a big impact for our children.

Episode Links

• Explore our CPD courses
• Explore our Outdoor Resource Collections
• Contact Helen to find out more about her work in schools. Helen is on Twitter @futuressporty. You’ll also find her on Facebook @sportyfuturesuk

The team from San Silvestre School in Lima, Peru, shares their journey in early years education, exploring continuous provision, fostering independence, and creating nurturing environments that inspire inquiry, collaboration, and lifelong learning.

Episode Links

• Explore what International Services we can offer
• Read San Silvestre's Case Study from the Visit

In this episode, Andy Burt and Helen Quincey discuss the value of outdoor learning and creating educational outdoor spaces. Helen shares her early years experience and passion for designing environments that support children’s development. They explore the process of building these spaces, their impact on engagement and learning, and the role of collaboration and community. Helen also reflects on future projects and sharing best practice in early years education.

Episode Links

• Shop our Outdoor Resource Sets and Solutions
• Arrange an Outdoor Environment Consultation
• Explore Outdoor CPD

Re-release: Originally aired on 7 Oct 2022

This week, we’re joined by Professor Sam Wass from The University of East London. Sam is a child psychologist and neuroscientist specialising in concentration and stress in young children. You will probably remember Sam as the on-screen child psychologist in the popular Channel 4 programmes The Secret Lives of 4 Year Olds and The Secret Lives of 5 Year Olds.

Episode Links

• Order The Secret Lives of 4, 5 and 6 Year Olds book
• Watch Sam’s TED Talk on How the Modern World is Changing Young Children 
• Explore our CPD Training

In this podcast episode, Andy Burt speaks with Gemma Stanton and Kate Kelly from Dulwich College Shanghai about their experiences and insights into two-year-old practice in early years education. They discuss the challenges faced in establishing a nurturing environment for toddlers, the importance of understanding child development, and the role of parents in the learning process. The conversation highlights the significance of creating a child-centred space, the impact of schematic play, and the lessons learned in providing high-quality education for young children.

Episode Links

• Explore our Dedicated 2-4yrs Page
• Discover Expert-Curated Resources for 2-3yrs

Summer Re-release: Originally aired on 13 Sep 2024

Judith Ish-Horowicz, the co-founder and director of the UK’s first intergenerational nursery, joins us for our first episode of the new school year. As part of our chat, Judith tells us all about the inspirational multi-generational work at Apples and Honey Nightingale and the benefits for all involved.

Episode Links

• Watch Judith Ish-Horowicz presenting a TEDx Talk about her work
• Find out more about Apples and Honey Nightingale CIC