Baby and toddler groups and classes in England are warning of potential closures as running costs continue to soar, research from leading membership organisation the Early Years Alliance has found.
Also known as stay and play groups, baby and toddler groups provide children under five and their parents with vital opportunities to take part in early years activities and socialise with...
Most parents know how quickly the cost of raising children adds up.
From nappies and formula to clothing, cots and childcare, even the basics can place enormous pressure on family budgets. While many households continue to feel the impact of rising living costs, new figures suggest an increasing number of families are turning to baby...
Sweden Reached a Remarkable Milestone - But Experts Say Awareness Is Now Slipping
When it comes to child car safety, Sweden is often viewed as the gold standard.
In fact, in 2021, not a single child under the age of 15 was killed in a passenger car on Swedish roads - a remarkable achievement and a major milestone in road safety.
Crisp mornings, clear blue skies and a kaleidoscope of colourful leaves make Autumn a magical time of year to get the kids outdoors.
From woodland walks and conker collecting, to puddle jumping and bike rides through the park. It’s a time for exploring nature, enjoying fresh air and making lasting memories.
Stay Dry, Play Longer…
Of course, autumn also brings unpredictable showers...
New research reveals 3 in 10 children from low-income families have skipped sporting activities due to being unable to afford the personal care products needed to get clean again afterwards
Almost half of low-income households are going without basic personal care products , such as shampoo, shower gel, and deodorant, due to being unable to afford
Neil Leitch, CEO of the Early Years Alliance, said:
“Labour’s plans to introduce breakfast clubs for every primary school in England will make a real difference to parents with school-aged children trying to balance their careers and their childcare needs, as well as ensuring that no children start the school day hungry, and so we warmly welcome this proposal.
Families will receive targeted support to improve school attendance with new advice and innovative interventions for schools this term.
Schools are being advised to work in partnership with councils and consider targeted family support or home visits where there are barriers to attending school.
This is part of a package of new and innovative measures to ensure that more children are...
As summer holidays are nearing an end, parents are being provided with useful tips to help get the kids back into a bedtime routine before term time begins. The fitted bedroom experts at Online-Bedrooms.co.uk have explored easy-to-follow ways to get the children to get back into a reasonable sleeping pattern. With schools closed and the evenings getting brighter, sleeping routines are all...
