Join us for this week’s podcast as we explore the link between EYFS practice and research and find out how teachers and practitioners can get involved in their own research projects.

• Discover more about Dr. Frances Giampapa
• Explore our CPD Training

This week, we’re joined by Clare King, one of our Curriculum Consultants at early Excellence, as we talk about the importance of gardening and growing with young children. We offer practical advice on getting started, what you’ll need, and how to successfully grow vegetables with young children.

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• Watch our Free "Get Set for Outdoor Learning" Webinar
• Order our Guide to Continuous Provision Outdoors

With more schools recognising the growing interest in continuous provision for Key Stage 1 education, Andy Burt and Nova Robinson delve into its implementation. From understanding the needs of Key Stage 1 children to navigating transitions from early years, this conversation offers invaluable insights into initiating this transformative approach. Join us as we uncover the practical steps, challenges, and resources needed to embark on the continuous provision journey, drawing upon the expertise shared in this enlightening discussion.

• Join us on one of our KS1 Roadshow events
• Order our KS1 Guide to Continuous Provision
• Explore the Ideas and Inspirations section of our website

This week, we visit Whitefield Primary School in Liverpool and take a tour of their inspirational EYFS learning environments

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• Shop our Inspirational Resources
• Download our free Audits and Planning Guides

Are the Characteristics of Effective Learning central to your EYFS practice? Are you confident in supporting children’s learning skills and attributes? In this episode of the podcast, we chat to Sayeh Mariner from the Co-Op Academies Trust about developing inspirational practice to nurture young learners.

• Discover our series of webinars focusing on the EYFS & KS1
• Read our Blog "Exploring the importance of the Characteristics of Effective Learning”

For the podcast this week, we’re joined by Rachel Yeung from Hawkshead Primary School in Cumbria, as we discuss the benefits and challenges of teaching in a mixed-age class. Rachel highlights the importance of understanding each child's needs and planning accordingly. She also emphasizes the role of the learning environment in facilitating learning and the positive impact it has on children's development.

This week, we’re joined by Sara Adams as we discuss her experiences and reflections as an early career teacher. As part of the conversation, we explore the importance of an effective learning environment, building meaningful relationships with children and peer learning. 

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• Explore our free Audits and Guides
• Discover all our CPD courses and Webinars

We’re joined by Sam Caseley and Ruby Thompson from the Herd Theatre for this week’s episode as we hear all about their transformative Replay Project. We discuss the vital importance of nurturing creative thinking and the wonderful impact of immersive open-ended environments on young children.

• Explore more about the Herd Theatre
• Watch a trailer about the Replay project
• Find out more about the Replay project

Emma Hudson, Early Years Lead at Willerby Carr Lane Primary School, discusses the impact of the redesigned EYFS environment on children and staff. She highlights the importance of stripping back and refining provision to focus on core continuous provision and interactions. Emma also shares the school's approach to peer coaching and the ongoing process of skill progression within each area of provision.

• Discover our Free Room Planning Service
• Explore our Free Audit for your Indoor Areas
• Watch the Free Planning your Environment Webinar

This week, we’re joined by Sarah Carey, School Improvement Lead at Early Excellence, as we explore the impactful Early Excellence Roadshow, a full-day training event for school leaders, EYFS leads and early years teams. Discover key insights on effective practices, learning environments, and the roadshow's focus on professional dialogue. 

• Find Out More and Book Your Place on an Early Excellence Roadshow Event
• Explore our CPD and Webinar Programme
• Watch one of our Free Training Videos