by EYR Team | Nov 5, 2021 | Early Years Development, Latest News, Professional Development, Your Stories
This blog has been written by EYR Industry expert Emily Hanson, a qualified EYFS teacher with an M.Ed in Education from the University of Cambridge. In this blog, Emily discusses the importance of heuristic play in the early years and provides a variety of suggestions...
by EYR Team | Aug 24, 2021 | Latest News, Learning & Development, Teachers' Corner
Are you ready for the Big Return to School? As the summer holidays gradually come to a blissful end, it’s time to cast your thoughts back to the classroom! The new school year is quickly approaching meaning it’s a fresh start for both pupils and teachers alike. Making...
by EYR Team | May 19, 2021 | Childminders, Early Years Resources, Inspiration, Primary Resources
What is a tuff tray? There’s no end to what you and your little ones can do with a tuff tray! A tuff tray, also known as a tuff spot or play tray is a large, durable octagon-shaped tray, made from heavy-duty plastic and is often found in educational settings and...
by EYR Team | Apr 14, 2021 | Early Years, Latest News, Professional Development, Teachers' Corner
The benefits of play are immeasurable, but what we do know is that play helps children grow into strong, healthy, happy individuals. Sand play offers a multitude of benefits for early years, it is an open-ended activity that can support personal, social and emotional...
by EYR Team | Mar 18, 2021 | Early Years Development, Learning & Development, Learning Environment, Primary Learning, Professional Development, Teachers' Corner
Now is as important time as ever to talk about diversity and inclusion. Particularly its place in early years and primary school settings. In this blog we will be sharing ways in which we can continue to address, promote and embrace it. While we share similarities...
by EYR Team | Feb 12, 2021 | Early Years, Early Years Ideas, Home School Ideas, Inspiration, Primary School Ideas
World Book Day is just around the corner and it’s the biggest celebration of its kind. We celebrate World Book Day to salute authors, books, illustrators and to give all young children the opportunity to read and explore books of all kinds. From dressing up, face...
