Early Excellence Podcast

This Episode is Available on the Early Excellence Inspirational Hub AppDiscover the App Today2024 Summer Break Re-Release - Episode 106With more schools recognising the growing interest in continuous provision for Key Stage 1 education, Andy Burt and Nova Robinson delve into its implementation. From understanding the needs of Key Stage 1 children to navigating transitions from early years, this conversation offers invaluable insights into initiating this transformative approach. Join us as we uncover the practical steps, challenges, and resources needed to embark on the continuous provision journey, drawing upon the expertise shared in this enlightening discussion.Join us on one of our KS1 Roadshow eventsOrder our KS1 Guide to Continuous ProvisionExplore the Ideas and Inspirations section of our website

In our last new episode of the school year, we find out about a great project! The 50 Things to Do Before You’re 5 Project aims to provide a list of experiences for young children which are not to be missed. Christian Bunting and Frank Norris join us as we explore the beginnings of the project, the range of experiences and the impact on young children.Explore our CPD Training for you and your TeamFind out more about our FREE Room Planning ServicePurchase our Continuous Provision Guides

Dora Rackham from City Academy, Whitehawk, near Brighton joins us for this week’s episode as we explore the progression of writing skills. Dora has developed a tool to track the small steps involved in developing writing skills and joins us to share how it is used and the impact on the practice.Explore our Mark Making to Writing Course Listen to our Podcast "Exploring Early Literacy and Phonics Skills"Book a Place on our Strengthening Early Literacy in the EYFS Course

Expert Evan McCormick discusses key strategies for supporting children's communication and language development. Topics include routines, plan-do-review cycles, effective adult interactions, and catering to specific needs like EAL and developmental delays.

Nova Robinson catches up with the team at Quinton Primary School in Birmingham for this week’s episode. They discuss the implementation of an effective approach to Key Stage One practice based on an enabling learning environment, strong adult-child learning relationships and smoother transitions from the EYFS.Watch our Free Plan Your Learning Environment KS1 webinarLast Chance to attend the KS1 Roadshow in Doncaster or KentPurchase our KS1 Continuous Provision GuidesDownload Free KS1 Planning Guides and Audit Tools

This week, we’re joined by Natalie Bignell from Kidstart Nursery in Manchester. We discuss the key transition procedures in place at the nursery and the positive impact for children, the families and staff team. Listen to our recent episode "Effective Transition with Phil Armstrong"Read our Blog on "Exploring Powerful Learning Through Domestic Role Play"Watch our Free Room Planning WebinarExplore EYFS CPD for You and Your Team

Matthew Sayer, an expert in outdoor storage, discusses the importance of high levels of outdoor organization, including tips on storage sheds and labeling. The podcast explores the role of adults in maintaining tidy outdoor spaces and modeling organization behaviors. It emphasizes the benefits of engaging children in labeling and organizing outdoor resources to promote autonomy and empowerment.

This week, Nova Robinson interviews Jude Arkwright and Jane Godfrey from St Michael's School in Wiltshire. They discuss the school's approach to continuous provision in Key Stage 1 and the impact it has on children's learning and well-being.Explore our FREE KS1 Room Planning WebinarVisit St Michaels Website to find out more

Matthew Sayer, Early Excellence Curriculum Consultant, explores the wonders of muddy play, discussing the benefits for childhood development, evolution of muddy play areas, importance of transitional spaces, setting up a muddy play area with practical advice, and creating a mud kitchen with diverse resources for imaginative play.

This week, we’re joined by Phil Armstrong from the Early Excellence Curriculum Team as we explore effective transition processes within the EYFS. Read our Blog all About Effective Transition to Year 1Listen to The Podcast Episode "5 Things to Remember in September"Access our EYFS Training