Couse Numbers
Course numbers Are you thinking about continuing your professional development? There is still time to apply to do your Foundation Degree in Early Years (L4 & L5), run at City of Bristol College. This course is for anyone who is passionate about their work with young children and wants to make a difference both […]
Report lays out bristol’s climate-friendly food plans
Report lays out bristol’s climate-friendly food plans The Bristol Good Food 2030 (BGF2030) Action Plan identifies steps to a more sustainable local food system. Released this month, the Framework for Action outlines plans to bolster the local food economy, support urban growing, tackle food waste and ensure equal access to healthy food. The ambitious document sets aspirational goals […]
Bristol nurseries struggling to recruit staff, bosses say
Bristol nurseries struggling to recruit staff, bosses say Nursery bosses say they are struggling to balance the books and recruit enough staff as demand is expected to grow. The Bristol Schools Forum met to discuss current issues and the impact of the government’s expansion of free childcare hours for younger children. Read more on the BBC […]
Children waiting over a year in pain for NHS tooth removal
Children waiting over a year in pain for NHS tooth removal Children in some areas of England are waiting up to 18 months on average for dental general-anaesthetic treatment and teeth extractions, an investigation reveals. Read more on the BBC Website Here Contacts _ Kate Hubble, Early Years Improvement Officer The Bristol Standard Team Beth […]
Babylab studying early years development opens at Bath Uni
Babylab studying early years development opens at Bath Uni Scientists based at a new laboratory at the University of Bath are hoping to unlock how babies interact with the world around them. The new Bath Babylab will study issues such as how screen time impacts attention and cognitive development. It will also look at the […]
Gypsy Roma Traveller Month
Gypsy Roma Traveller Month Every June since 2008, people from across the UK have celebrated Gypsy, Roma and Traveller History Month. Through celebration, education and raising awareness, Gypsy, Roma and Traveller History Month helps to tackle prejudice, challenge myths and to amplify the voices of Gypsies, Roma and Travellers in wider society. Read more Here […]
Food Justice Fortnight – Event Programme
Food Justice Fortnight – Event Programme Food Justice Fortnight 2023 is soon approaching, and we’re very excited about the range of gatherings and organisations involved in this year’s series. With events taking place across the city, online and at various times of day, we hope that there is something for everyone! We invite you to […]
Oral Health – Help for early years providers
Find out about promoting oral health as part of the early years foundation stage (EYFS).
Bristol Baby Practitioner Network Meetings
Bristol Baby Practitioner Network Meetings Thursday 8th June 6:30-8pmLittle Big Steps(The Park Centre, Daventry Rd, Bristol BS4 1DQ)Hosted by Rachel Pirie Tuesday 13th June 4:30-6:30pmSnapdragons(1 Grove Park, Redland, Bristol BS66PP)Hosted by Cassie HollandThursday 15th June 6:30-8pmRaised in St Paul’s(74-80 City Rd, St Paul’s, Bristol BS2 8UH)Hosted by Rachel Pirie Bristol Baby PractitionerNetwork MeetingsAn open invitation […]
Stronger Practice Hub Newsletter
Stronger Practice Hub Newsletter Welcome to our first proper SPH newsletter. We really hope you find it useful and informative. It has taken a little while for us to get going as we have been finding our feet, but we have some wonderful opportunities coming up and we hope you will engage with our blogs […]