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Kelly Hill, CEO & Founder TEYC, Owner of Codsall Community Nursery, reflects on the party manifestos ahead of the general election. At The Early Years Company, we recognise the challenges parents face in securing nursery places for their children. As a training provider that works directly with ...

Kelly Hill - CEO & Founder, The Early Years Company As we gear up for National School Sports Week 2024, it's the perfect time to reflect on the crucial role of sports and physical activity in the early years. For nursery managers and practitioners, building a sense of belonging and inclusivity i...

Becky Haynes, Nursery Manager Codsall Community Nursery & Early Years Specialist The Early Years Company Water play is more than just a fun activity for children; it's a powerful tool for learning and development in Early Years settings. It plays a big part in the everyday continuous provision w...

Claudio Sisera, Head of Diversity & Inclusion, Male Childcare & Teaching Jobs Mental health in the workplace is a topic that’s gaining much-needed attention these days. As nursery managers, we are in a unique position to influence the well-being of our staff, including the men who work alo...

Here at The Early Years Company, we can not believe it has been a whole year since we welcomed our first franchisee, Kelly Fisher-Beasley. Her business has grown into a huge success and we couldn't be prouder of her! We caught up with Kelly to see how she has found her first year... What role [&hell...

The UK government’s recent publication, "Start for Life Services: Thematic Review," (Start For Life services: thematic review - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)) offers a comprehensive analysis of early years services and highlights critical areas for improvement. As professionals dedicated to providing early ...

At Codsall Community Nursery, we pride ourselves on our ability to nurture every child's unique needs in a supportive and inclusive environment. This commitment is demonstrated in our care for one of our children who has Ichthyosis, a rare skin condition that requires specific attention. Our journey...

Kelly Hill, CEO & Founder of The Early Years Company Creative play is the basis of early years education, providing a range of developmental benefits for our youngest children. National Creativity Day on May 30th presents a prime opportunity to reflect on and emphasise the importance of creativi...

Kelly Hill, Founder & CEO, The Early Years Company As nursery managers and owners, the announcement of a UK general election on July 4th 2024 brings both opportunities and challenges. The outcome of this election can significantly impact the early years sector, influencing funding, regulations, ...

Jo Partridge, The Early Years Company, Trainer & Coach, Wolverhampton & Walsall I was taking five after several visits out to settings that day, when  a reminder regarding the National Outdoor Classroom Day – 23rd May  popped up. Got me thinking. As someone deeply passi...