Benedict's Law is a UK law mandating allergy safety measures in all schools in England, including policies, staff training, emergency medication, and individual care plans. Key Requirements for Schools From September 2026, schools are expected to implement the following measures annually: Whole-School Allergy Policy: Schools must develop, publish, and regularly [...]
Considerations and advice for school leaders, early years, childcare managers and practitioners. Menu Legislation & Guidance Safeguarding Principles Child Protection Safeguarding Lead Vulnerable Children Children's Attendance Training & CPD Mental Health Online Safety In this blog we have taken a number of recent announcements and [...]
Guest blog from Sarah Fillingham, Area Manager at Portico Nursery Group Working in early years is an extremely rewarding career but boy is it hard work, and at times absolutely exhausting! There, I’ve said it. Contrary to popular belief, we don’t just sit playing with playdoh all day, [...]
Our guest blogger Ursula Krystek-Walton, Head of Early Years at Bertram Nursery Group asks the important question about what makes children school ready and considers the vital skills that children need as they transition from nursery to school. Making the transition to school can be so overwhelming and a real [...]
In September 2019 a new framework will come into place and all early years provision registered with Ofsted will be required to meet its expectations. We have captured some specific themes and developments that will feature in the Education Inspection Framework providing a snap shot of what to expect when [...]
Important information from the Early Years Hub to help early years settings understand what is required through the process of Ofsted inspection. Early Years Hub provide training and support including Ofsted Audits that enable settings to evidence their compliance with legislation and demonstrate best practice in preparation for Ofsted inspection. This [...]
Our partner company Health and Safety Solutions (NW) Ltd have delivered Paediatric First Aid training to early years settings, including childminders for over 12 years. In partnership with our awarding body, The First Aid Industry Body, Early Years Hub is offering a discount to purchase the ‘In Safe Hands Award’ [...]
Important information from the Early Years Hub to help refresh your Paediatric First Aid knowledge. In this blog we will consider compliance, best practice and evidence for Ofsted Steps to follow if a child is choking If the child is old enough to understand, encourage them to cough Phone for [...]
Important information from the Early Years Hub to help early years settings understand what is required through the process of Ofsted inspection. Early Years Hub provide training and support including Ofsted Audits that enable settings to evidence their compliance with legislation and demonstrate best practice in preparation for Ofsted inspection. [...]
This week our very own Rachel Buckler features in the popular 'Let's Talk Early Years' podcast by Wendy Baker. Rachel's main topic on this week's podcast is one of her biggest specialist areas, safeguarding children - but she also talks about her background and experience both in and out of [...]
Important information from the Early Years Hub to help early years settings understand what is required through the process of Ofsted inspection. Early Years Hub provide training and support including Ofsted Audits that enable settings to evidence their compliance with legislation and demonstrate best practice in preparation for Ofsted inspection. [...]
Important safeguarding information from the Early Years Hub to help early years settings understand the definitions and categories of abuse and neglect and to consider how they may present when working with babies and young children. The Early Years Foundation Stage states that; ‘Training made available by the provider must [...]
We have worked closely with the Early Years Hub for a number of years now. They provide excellent training for both new staff members and staff that have worked with us for a very long time! The training they provide is in depth, interesting and helps makes people better practitioners. Some of the courses they provide are paediatric first aid, food hygiene, supporting children’s development, effective use of assessing data and so much more. Staff return from courses full of inspiring ideas to help children’s development in the Early Years. The Early Years Hub are very easy to get in contact with via phone or email and respond quickly answering all your questions. They offer advice and support on which courses are appropriate for staff and provide all the details to ensure a smooth booking process. We are extremely pleased with the service and courses that the Early Years Hub provide and we have always been able to find the courses that we are looking for!
Little Holcombe and Tower View Nursery, BuryWe have worked closely with the Early Years Hub for a number of years now. They provide excellent training for both new staff members and staff that have worked with us for a very long time! The training they provide is in depth, interesting and helps makes people better practitioners. Some of the courses they provide are paediatric first aid, food hygiene, supporting children’s development, effective use of assessing data and so much more. Staff return from courses full of inspiring ideas to help children’s development in the Early Years. The Early Years Hub are very easy to get in contact with via phone or email and respond quickly answering all your questions. They offer advice and support on which courses are appropriate for staff and provide all the details to ensure a smooth booking process. We are extremely pleased with the service and courses that the Early Years Hub provide and we have always been able to find the courses that we are looking for!
Angela Williamson, Proprietor, Sunbeams Nursery, Atherton Fantastic course, very useful and relevant content. It’s very informative, understandable and interesting. Super tools used to show me how to administer First Aid I thoroughly enjoyed the topics covered. The mentors were very inspirational and have taught me very valuable life skills. One of the most interesting and useful courses I’ve ever attended. Thank you. Excellent course, very useful in my job and in personal life.
Bury Primary Learning Collaborative, Bury CouncilExcellent and well-presented course which made the information easier to digest. Always delivered in excellent way and with professional knowledge. Great course and leader – no need to improve!
Bury Primary Learning Collaborative, Bury CouncilReally enjoyed the 2 day paediatric first aid course ! I think the double act of Pete and Paul definitely make it !!! Even thinking ….its a shame i have to wait 3 years to do it all again!
Deborah Jones, Manager, Unsworth Nursery, Bury (via Facebook)The first aid course delivered by Pete and Paul was amazing, they made it fun and interactive. Their banter truly had us listening attentively throughout the two days. I didn’t expect to enjoy this first aid course as much as I did or also learn so much from it. Thank you I would definitely recommend The Early Years Hub.
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