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The one about a “balanced workforce” with Ryan Bradshaw
This week's guest is the brilliant Ryan Bradshaw, a preschool room leader with over 7 years of experience in Early Years. Ryan recently completed his BA (Hons) in Early Childhood Studies with a dissertation entitled 'Exploring the challenges and...
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The one about “quality interactions” with Jordan Tully
In this second edition of season 2, Glenn has been chatting with the head of operations for Ashbourne Day Nurseries, Jordan Tully about the meaning of quality and quality interactions. What does quality mean to him and how does he implement that...
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Men in Early Childhood Education Webinar
Join me on December 14th at 7pm for the Men in Early Childhood Education Webinar, where we’ll challenge the notion that ‘play’ is a dirty word in early childhood education. In this presentation, we’ll explore the vital role play serves in a child’s development, debunking misconceptions and shedding light on the profound impact it has on cognitive, social, and emotional growth. Let’s reimagine early education together and embrace the power of play as a cornerstone for building a strong foundation in our children’s lives.
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The one about “self-regulation” with Vince Macleod
In this edition, Glenn talks to Vince Macleod, an Early Years lecturer with the prestigious Norland College in Bath. They talk about self-regulation and co-regulation and their importance in understanding and supporting behaviour in children.
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The Heartbeat of a Child: Unveiling the True Curriculum
Introduction In the realm of early years care and education, where curricula are meticulously crafted, standards are set, and assessments are designed, there’s a fundamental element that often gets overlooked—the heartbeat of a child. Beyond the forced learning plans, there exists an intrinsic, pulsating rhythm that is the true curriculum of a child’s education. In exploring this metaphorical heartbeat, we uncover a profound connection between the emotional, social, and intellectual aspects of a child’s development. The Emotional Symphony If the heartbeat is the rhythm, then emotions are the melody of a child’s educational journey. Emotional intelligence is an invaluable facet of learning that often takes a backseat to academic achievement.…
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Rewild the Child: The Importance of Immersing Preschool Children in Nature
Introduction In today’s fast-paced, technology-driven world, it’s easy for young children to become disconnected from the natural world that surrounds them. Young children are often engrossed in screens, indoor play, and structured activities. But the call to “rewild the child” urges parents, educators, and caregivers to take a step back and consider the profound importance of immersing preschool children in nature. In this article, we will explore the benefits of reconnecting children with the great outdoors and discuss how this connection can positively impact their physical, emotional, and cognitive development. The Disconnection Dilemma Before delving into the benefits of nature immersion, it’s essential to acknowledge the modern challenges that have…
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Is it selfish?
So, being a manager in Early Years is tough, at least that’s how I’m finding it. I’ve been doing this now for almost 9 months and it’s been an interesting learning curve, so many things I didn’t understand that I really need to get done. One of my main issues is ensuring my rota is well balanced, it’s still a work in progress and I’m really guilty of just “plugging the gaps” myself instead of looking at creative solutions. But let’s face it, it’s quicker and easier, right? But it isn’t. What I’m realising, very quickly, is it takes its toll on me mentally and physically and I need to…
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My interview in EYE magazine
I recently had the honour of being interviewed by one of my former colleagues about Circle Time – the early years podcast. You can read all about what we talked about by clicking the link below!
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The one about “Peep” with Jordan Stewart
In the final edition for this season of circle time - the early years podcast, we're talking about children's language and building parents' confidence to support language development. Glenn has been talking to Jordan Stewart, Scotland Development...
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The one about “slow” with Professor Alison Clark
In this edition, Glenn talks about “Slow Pedagogy with Professor Alison Clark, who is an honorary research fellow at UCL London and a lecturer with the University of South-Eastern Norway. Her book “Slow knowledge and the unhurried child” is out...