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The Early Years Alliance has carried out a survey to assess the impact of early years funding on SEND provision. “This is an area that has been overlooked for far too long,” said chief executive, Neil Leitch. Tulip Siddiq, chair of the APPG for Childcare and Early Education, has replaced Tracy Brabin as shadow early years minister. Nick Gibb remains the minister with responsibility for early education and childcare. In its section on childcare, the Low Pay Commission 2019 report acknowledges concerns that government funding is insufficient if settings are to remain sustainable, a situation exacerbated by the rising National Living Wage. Download at bit.do/TEYlpc Childbase Partnership is celebrating a Princess Royal Training Award for its bespoke ‘Teach to Reach’ programme. Visit childbasepartnership.com @earlyyearsontap “The EYFS doesn’t need to be changed”: early years practitioners express support for current learning framework ahead of government changes ow.ly/cGIu30qc2Rhar @NdnaScotland An East Lothian nursery is celebrating being the first in Scotland to be awarded Millie’s Mark, the gold standard for paediatric first aid in early years. Find out more here: bit. ly/2TRwosm @watchmegrow_Di Just written 3000 words for the EYFS reforms consultation Q.6 on the Areas of Learning! So much to say – not fit for purpose & not good enough for our children. watchmegrow.uk/blog/ PROVIDERS RATED ‘GOOD’ OR ‘OUTSTANDING’ IN OFSTED’S 2018/19 ANNUAL REPORT. DOWNLOAD IT AT BIT.DO/TEYOAR20 High standards 96% The Duchess of Cambridge has launched a survey in a bid to start a “UK-wide conversation” on the under-fives, with the aim of building “the healthiest generation in history”. The survey’s ‘Five Big Questions’ tackle topics such as which factors are most important in enabling children to live happy adult lives, the nature versus nurture debate, and which period of childhood development is most important in terms of future health and happiness. Early years organisations have welcomed the launch. The survey closes on 21 February. Visit 5bigquestions.org.uk News “We warmly welcome the fact that ‘Five Big Questions’ focuses on how best to ensure all children are able to grow up happy and healthy.” NEIL LEITCH, CHIEF EXECUTIVE, EARLY YEARS ALLIANCE TWEET TALK Royal research Nursery Now News and views from the early years In brief… 06 Teachearlyyears.com