Have you ever wondered how the very layout, lighting, and feel of your nursery could directly influence children’s speech and language development?

With growing concerns about communication delays in early years, this episode explores groundbreaking research that could transform how practitioners design learning spaces. If you’ve ever felt stretched for time or wished your environment could “do more of the talking,” you’ll want to hear what this study discovered.

Within this episode, you will...

• Gain insight into a brand-new, research-backed tool that helps audit environments to support children’s speech and language.

• Learn how small adjustments to layout, acoustics, and resources can significantly enhance communication development.

• Discover how one nursery group transformed research findings into practical improvements that boosted children’s language outcomes.

Press play now to uncover how your setting’s environment could be the secret ingredient to unlocking every child’s voice. For more resources, visit www.jigsawearlyyearsconsultancy.com

With the new Early Years inspection framework changing how safeguarding is judged, shifting to a simple ‘met’ or ‘not met’ outcome, it’s never been more crucial to ensure your whole team understands what safeguarding looks like in practice every single day.  This episode helps you avoid the small oversights that could lead to a big impact on your inspection result.

Within this episode, you will...

• Learn exactly what inspectors will look for when assessing safeguarding under the new framework.

• Discover common pitfalls that cause settings to fall short and how to avoid them.

• Gain practical steps to build your team’s confidence so safeguarding becomes a natural, daily habit rather than a tick-box task.

Start listening now to make sure your setting is inspection-ready, and confident that safeguarding will always be a solid ‘met’. For more resources, visit, https://www.jigsawearlyyearsconsultancy.com 

Are you confident that your parental and community engagement would stand up to Ofsted’s scrutiny?

Many settings believe they’re doing “enough” to involve families, but in reality, some parents feel excluded, inspectors look for evidence beyond paperwork, and opportunities to enrich children’s experiences are often missed. If you’ve ever wondered how to move from “ticking a box” to creating meaningful connections that actually boost children’s learning, this episode is for you.

Within this episode, you will...

• Discover practical strategies to engage all parents, including those who work shifts or speak other languages.

• Learn how to bring your curriculum to life by building strong, authentic community links.

• Understand exactly what inspectors want to see in action—so you can feel confident and prepared.

Listen to this episode and gain the insights you need to turn parental and community engagement into one of your strongest assets at inspection. For more resources, visit, https://www.jigsawearlyyearsconsultancy.com 

Are you confident inspectors will see inclusion as a lived reality in your setting—or will it only exist in your policies?

In the November 2025 framework, inclusion isn’t just a box to tick—it’s a thread woven through every aspect of your practice. If you want to avoid inspection pitfalls while ensuring every child truly thrives, this episode will help you reflect on what inclusion looks like day-to-day in your environment.

Within this episode, you will...

• Discover the key questions inspectors will ask about inclusive practice and how to answer them with confidence.

• Learn simple, practical strategies, from sensory breaks to dual-language resources, that bring inclusion to life for every child.

• Avoid the most common mistakes settings make when it comes to SEND, cultural diversity, and involving parents.

Start listening now to gain clear, practical steps that will help you embed inclusion so deeply that inspectors and families can see it the moment they walk in. For more resources, visit, https://www.jigsawearlyyearsconsultancy.com 

Are you confident your setting is meeting Ofsted’s expectations for children’s welfare and wellbeing—or could hidden gaps be putting you at risk?

This episode delves into what inspectors really look for when it comes to both physical and emotional well-being, helping you turn what often feels like “extra pressure” into an everyday, consistent practice. If you’ve ever worried about inconsistent hygiene routines, overlooked quieter children, or whether your environment is safe in practice (not just on paper), this conversation is for you.

Within this episode, you will...

• Discover how to strengthen daily routines that directly support both safety and learning.
• Learn practical ways to embed emotional literacy and secure attachments across your team.
• Gain clarity on common pitfalls inspectors notice—so you can fix them before they become an issue.

Press play now to feel confident that your provision not only passes inspection but truly helps children thrive. For more resources, visit, https://www.jigsawearlyyearsconsultancy.com 

Are your children’s daily routines helping them thrive, or quietly holding them back?

In early years settings, the way you shape behaviour, attitudes, and routines directly affects how safe, secure, and engaged children feel. With Ofsted likely placing more weight on these areas in the new framework, now’s the perfect time to make sure your practice reflects the calm, consistent, and purposeful environment inspectors (and children) love to see.

By listening, you’ll discover how to:

• Use routines to give children a sense of safety and predictability without creating rigidity.

• Foster positive attitudes that encourage curiosity, resilience, and cooperation.

• Model consistent behaviour management that strengthens relationships and builds emotional literacy.

Press play now to learn how small shifts in behaviour, attitudes, and routines can transform your setting into a culture of calm confidence. For more resources, visit, https://www.jigsawearlyyearsconsultancy.com 

How confident are you that you could clearly explain every child’s progress without checking their file first?

When Ofsted visits, they’re not just looking for numbers and charts—they want to hear real stories of how children have grown under your care. Yet with all the paperwork, planning, and pressures, it can be easy to overlook those small, powerful steps that show true achievement and progress.

In this episode, you’ll discover how to:

• Identify and track meaningful starting points without drowning in data.

• Recognise and celebrate both big leaps and tiny milestones that matter most.

• Equip your whole team to confidently share progress stories that impress inspectors.

Listen now and discover how to showcase every child’s journey in a way that shines on inspection day. For more resources, visit, https://www.jigsawearlyyearsconsultancy.com 

Are you confident that every member of your team could explain your curriculum and teaching approach without sounding scripted?

In inspections, it’s not just leaders who need to talk about the curriculum – inspectors can ask anyone. If your team struggles to link daily practice to intention, implementation, and impact in plain, confident language, you risk missing the chance to showcase the quality of your provision.

By listening to this episode, you’ll:

• Learn how to make curriculum and teaching simple and meaningful for your whole team.

• Discover practical ways to evidence your impact without mountains of paperwork.

• Spot and avoid the common pitfalls that can weaken your inspection outcomes.

Tune in today and equip your team with the confidence and clarity to shine during inspections. For more resources, visit https://www.jigsawearlyyearsconsultancy.com 

Are you confident your leadership and management practices would shine under Ofsted’s upcoming framework changes?

With inspections evolving and leadership & management set to gain even more attention, many Early Years leaders face the challenge of meeting statutory requirements, supporting staff wellbeing, and proving impact, without being overwhelmed by paperwork. This episode unpacks exactly what inspectors will be looking for and how you can prepare now.

Within this episode, you will...

• Learn the key areas of leadership inspectors will focus on and how to evidence them effectively.

• Discover common pitfalls that trip up even experienced leaders and how to avoid them.

• Gain practical strategies to strengthen compliance, staff wellbeing, and shared leadership in your setting.

Press play now to get clear, actionable steps that will help you lead with confidence and be ready for the new inspection framework.

Our Love Languages Episode, https://open.spotify.com/episode/4D0YbyNOisjf9CUhSyQM7H  For more resources, visit, https://www.jigsawearlyyearsconsultancy.com 

When was the last time you truly learned something new with a child rather than teaching it to them?

Many early years practitioners unintentionally slip into leading every step of a child’s learning journey—yet some of the most powerful moments happen when you step back and explore alongside them. In a world where tick-box activities and laminated resources can dominate, co-research offers a richer, more meaningful way to inspire curiosity and critical thinking.

By listening to this episode, you’ll discover how to:

• Shift your mindset so children become active partners in exploring ideas.

• Use co-research to spark deeper engagement, motivation, and problem-solving skills.

• Turn everyday questions, like “What do worms eat?”, into powerful learning journeys for both you and the children.

Press play now and start transforming your practice with simple, inspiring ways to make children your co-researchers from today. For more information, please visit https://www.jigsawearlyyearsconsultancy.com