Alderman Cogan’s Church of England Primary Academy and Marfleet Primary Academy have brand new ‘Tiny Steps’ settings with dedicated facilities, and play materials specifically designed for two year olds. Recent government changes mean that many more families can access up to 30 hours of fully funded childcare from the age of two. At Ebor we...Read More

When Clifton Moor Pre-School faced closure it seemed natural that Lakeside Primary Academy should take over the reins as they already shared a location and community. After a full consultation the LEA agreed and permission was granted. When funding is secured, new toilet facilities will be installed and other improvements made, which will mean the...Read More

Thousands of children will start school this September with the new school readiness ‘toolkit’ in place. Nicole Weinstein from Nursery World interviews Ben Greene and other EYFS specialists asking if this could be a game-changer Being developmentally ready for school refers to children’s ability to pay attention for short periods of time, dress themselves, use...Read More

Osbaldwick Primary Academy celebrate the opening of their forest school area thanks to donations from the Joseph Rowntree Housing Trust and a generous local benefactor, Mr Julian Pattison. Fran Eggington from The Joseph Rowntree Housing Trust, gardeners from Brunswick Organic Nursery and local benefactor, Mr Pattison, were invited to join members of the school community...Read More