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Back to blogOfsted has discovered Child Poverty
“If we get the early years right, we pave the way for a lifetime of achievement. If...
I’m Alright, Jack
Last Thursday was a day of momentous historical significance. It may be linked but the weather also...
Welcome to the House of Fun
Last week I met colleagues from the EarlyArts and www.telltalehearts.co.uk. It’s always fun to explore elements of...
Baby Look into My Eyes…
This week I attended the 5th Annual Baby Room Conference organised by Kathy Goouch and her team...
What is teaching and who are the teachers in Early Years?
Recently, the Chief Inspector for Schools, Sir Michael Wilshaw launched the Annual Report on Early Years 2012-13...
The #OfstedBigconversation – London
The London Big Conversation was hosted last week at LEYF and an informed and lively audience greeted...
If we want to improve the lives of poor two year olds, we need to have an intelligent Ofsted conversation
'More nursery education should be carried out in schools to prepare children better for later education and...
An Invitation to the London #OfstedBigConversation
The London conversation will take place at 9.30 on Friday the 11th April at LEYF Head Office...
An Oscar Speech for Early Years Practitioners
Last week I went to friend’s wedding and when it came to the speeches, she stood up...
The Tale of Two Michaels; ‘Le Ofsted Split’
The breakup of relationship always fascinates us. We are drawn to the details like a moth to...
Leading a change; a challenge or a headache?
The role of the CEO is a varied one and this week I found myself commenting on...