

Early Excellence Podcast
Early Excellence
Join us as we discuss a diverse range of EYFS and KS1 best practice and provision, resourcing your Early Years environment and keep you up to date news and reviews from Ofsted & the DfE
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Dec 10, 2021 • 49sec
Catching Up and Lessons From The Dancefloor
This Episode is Available on the Early Excellence Inspirational Hub AppDiscover the App TodayIn this week's Podcast, hear Andy Burt and Jude Twani discuss the “Catch Up Agenda” following the months of disrupted education and Jude utilises her new love of dancing to help us reflect on how children can learn and adapt.Take a Virtual Tour of our CentreJoin Jude’s most recent twilight training session: Exploring Subitising: The Power of Knowing How Many There Are!Read the Blog

Dec 3, 2021 • 17min
Effective Tidy Up Times in the EYFS
In this week’s Podcast we give tips and advice to make tidying the classroom run smoothly and become a meaningful way of teaching, learning and embedding a range of skills and concepts.
Watch the FREE Planning your Environment Webinar
Take a Virtual Tour of our Centre
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Nov 26, 2021 • 13min
Storming it Outdoors, the Fantastic Possibilities of Cold, Wet and Windy Weather
Get your big coat and wellies on, this week’s Podcast is about getting back outside whatever the weather! Explore the key things and ideas to ensure effective learning continues throughout this time of yearExplore the Power of Outdoor Learning ProgrammeOrder our Guide to Outdoor ProvisionView our Outdoor ResourcesRead the Blog

Nov 19, 2021 • 20min
Building on Children’s Interests in the EYFS
In this week’s Podcast, we build on message of consistency in the learning environment by exploring the key features of practice which seek to encourage, value, celebrate and build on the ideas and interests of young learners.Explore our FREE Room Planning ServiceOrder our Guide to Continuous ProvisionRead the Blog

Nov 12, 2021 • 19min
Change Isn't Always for the Better
At the beginning of the year we proudly plan out our classrooms, but wind the clock forward a few weeks and we are already starting to think about changes. In our Podcast this week, we reflect on why this isn’t always the best way forward.Take a Virtual Tour of our CentreOrder our Guide to Continuous ProvisionRead the Blog

Nov 5, 2021 • 18min
New to Teaching in the EYFS Part 3
In this third and final Podcast of our series for those new to the EYFS, we focus on the role of the adult. Join us to explore the balancing act that is teaching in the early years, from whole class teaching and small group work through to the adult role in facilitating and scaffolding a wide range of learning experiences.Explore our Free Audits and GuidesOrder our Guide to Continuous ProvisionNew to Teaching in the EYFS Webinar PackageRead the Blog

Oct 29, 2021 • 16min
The Outdoor Curriculum in all its Glory
Following on from the interview with Gillian Hewitt last week, celebrating how Dyce Primary School developed inspirational outdoor provision and practice, this week we delve deeper into the outdoor curriculum with top tips on offering meaningful experiences for your children.Order our Guide to Continuous Provision OutdoorsExplore our Power of Outdoor Learning ProgrammeRead the Blog

Oct 22, 2021 • 35min
Developing Outdoor Provision and Practice
In this episode we talk to Gillian Hewitt, Deputy Headteacher at Dyce School in Aberdeen, about their journey of developing inspirational outdoor provision and practice.
Re-watch the Get Set for Autumn Live Stream
Dyce School Water Video
Download our Outdoor Audit
Explore our Outdoor Water Products

Oct 15, 2021 • 23min
New to Teaching in the EYFS Part 2
Following on from Part One, this second Podcast looks beyond relationships and begins to look at some of the other key aspects you’ll need to consider as a new EYFS teacher. Join us to reflect on routines and get top tips for organisation of provision and resources.Order our Guide to Continuous ProvisionNew to Teaching in the EYFS Webinar PackageRead the Blog

Oct 8, 2021 • 15min
Putting the New EYFS Framework into Practice
Our Podcast this week discusses putting the New EYFS Framework into practice and we focus on the key things to now consider as you put the framework into practice - your practice!
Watch the Free Get Set for Autumn live stream
Join our Implementing the Revised EYFS webinar series
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