• Exploring Floorbooks and Displays with Llewella Ivins
    Nov 22 2024

    We're joined by Llewella Ivins this week as we explore how to use floorbooks and displays effectively to capture and celebrate learning.

    Episode Links

    • Discover our EYFS Training Programme
    • Join us at one of our Touring EYFS Roadshow Events Near You

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    33 mins
  • The Great Outdoors! Exploring Effective Outdoor Learning with Evan McCormick
    Nov 15 2024

    Evan McCormick joins us this week as we explore the key principles of effective practice outdoors. As part of the episode, we discuss the high level of organisation needed outdoors as well as resourcing, planning and the role of the adult.

    Episode Links

    Is Outdoor Learning a key area for development at your school or setting? Find Out About our Training

    Our Team of Curriculum Consultants are available to support you in developing your outdoor space. Find Out About our Outdoor Planning Service

    Listen To Evan's First Podcast Episode

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    47 mins
  • Curriculum Development in the EYFS with Charlotte Kelly from Oldfield Brow Primary School
    Nov 8 2024

    Charlotte Kelly joins us for this week's podcast episode as we reflect on a period of curriculum development at the school. As part of our chat, we explore the changes to the learning environment , well-planned resourcing and a focus on progression in the EYFS.

    We're proud to say that Oldfield Brow are now one of our Early Excellence Partner Schools, find out more about your nearest partner school events by following the link below

    29/01/2025 - Let's Step Outside in the EYFS - Oldfield Brow

    Episode Links

    • Discover More Events Near You
    • Join our Touring EYFS Roadshow

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    42 mins
  • SEND - Key Questions Answered with Louise Herbert and Gareth Shaw
    Nov 1 2024

    Louise Herbert and Gareth Shaw join us this week as we offer valuable SEND advice and answer key questions to support practice.

    Episode Links

    • Access our Free SEND Framework Materials
    • Join us for our New Course on Strengthening SEND Practice

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    1 hr and 2 mins
  • Effective Enhancements in Key Stage 1
    Oct 25 2024

    This week we're joined by Nova Robinson as we explore what we mean by effective enhancements and reflect on how we make this work within a key stage one context.

    Episode Links

    • Listen to our Podcast Episode - Getting Started with Continuous Provision in Key Stage 1
    • Access Early Excellence Key Stage 1 training
    • Download our Free Key Stage 1 Audits and Planning Guides

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    35 mins
  • A Natural Storyteller! with Pippa Pixley
    Oct 18 2024

    Author and illustrator Pippa Pixley joins us for this week’s episode as we discuss the importance of creative experiences, interactive storytelling and nurturing a love of nature.

    Episode Links

    • Find Out More about Pippa’s Work
    • Book Your Place on one of our Early Excellence Roadshow Events

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    29 mins
  • Empowering Young Learners with Dr Natalie Canning
    Oct 11 2024

    Dr Natalie Canning joins us for this week’s episode of the podcast as we discuss her key research on empowering young learners in the EYFS.

    Episode Links

    • Find out More on Dr Natalie Canning’s Research on Empowering Young Learners
    • Read our Blog on Nurturing Children’s Self-Confidence and Security in the EYFS
    • Book your Place on an Early Excellence Roadshow Event

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    53 mins
  • Mixed Age Classes with Nova Robinson
    Oct 4 2024

    We’re joined by Nova Robinson this week as we discuss the challenges but also the benefits of age classes. We explore the importance of a clear understanding of child development and offer key advice for meeting the needs of all of the children.

    Episode Links

    • Book your place on our Support for Teachers with Mixed Age Classes Webinar Series

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    32 mins