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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

  1. 10. Juli

    Going Screen Free in the EYFS with Lucy Fox

    Lucy Fox from Stoke Primary School in Coventry joins us for this week’s episode, as we explore the impact of screen-free practice in the EYFS. Episode Links Read the Blog: Block Play Alongside Small World ResourcesRead the Blog: Navigating the Sea of Talk - why language-rich environments go beyond labels and key wordsExplore language-rich environment resources on the Inspiration Hub App

  2. 3. Juli

    Closing the Communication Gap: Early Talk for York with Rachel Shearer and Martin Cumming

    What does it look like when a whole city gets behind children's communication and language? Re-release: Originally aired on 17 Apr 2026 Rachel Shearer and Martin Cumming join us to explore Early Talk for York — a citywide initiative aimed at closing the communication and language gap in young children, and what it takes to make that kind of joined-up approach work. Episode Links Explore the Early Talk for York InitiativeRead about Developing Language in the Early YearsDiscover our Communication and Language CPD

  3. 26. Juni

    The Power of Role Play with Becky Hoare

    Role play is our focus this week as we welcome Becky Hoare to the podcast. Becky is a Primary Teacher and the Founder of Pop Up Play Village Ltd. We discuss children’s natural desire to role play what they see in the world around them. There is lots of key advice here too for developing effective and inspiring domestic role play in your setting. Episode Links Read the Blog "Exploring Powerful Learning Through Home Corner Role Play"Explore Complete Home Corner Role Play Area ResourcesFind out more about Pop Up Play Village Ltd

  4. 19. Juni

    The Wonder of Storytelling with Ed Finch

    We’re joined on the podcast this week by Ed Finch, a Headteacher with a passion for storytelling. We have a great chat about our natural desire to tell stories and the impact of this on our lives. We also explore how storytelling provides wonderfully engaging learning opportunities for our youngest children. Episode Links Read the Blog - Unlocking the Power of Block Play in the EYFSListen to this Episode "Why Children Need Joy with Ben Kingston-Hughes"

  5. 12. Juni

    Making Space for Play - A Conversation with Eugene Minogue

    Play isn't a luxury — so why does it keep getting pushed to the margins? Re-release: Originally aired on 20 Feb 2026 Eugene Minogue, Interim Executive Director at Play England, joins us to discuss why play matters so much for children's development, the barriers standing in its way, and what a genuine cultural shift around play would look like. Episode Links Explore Play England's Official WebsiteListen to our Episode with Ruth Lue-Quee

  6. 5. Juni

    Exploring Transition and Pace with Dixie-Louise Dexter

    Dixie-Louise Dexter joins us for this week’s episode as we explore effective transition processes and the value of slowing down the pace. Episode Links Explore our Transition to Year 1 BlogDiscover our EYFS CPD & Training ProgrammeTransform your Learning Environment

  7. 29. Mai

    Premature Birth, Development and Early Support with Caroline Woodman

    What do educators really need to know about supporting children born prematurely? Re-release: Originally aired on 7 Mar 2025 Caroline Woodman joins us this week as we explore the impact of premature birth on children's development. Caroline shares her own story and that of her son, Reuben, who was born prematurely. She emphasises the importance of early intervention, understanding developmental challenges, and the need for educational professionals to be aware of the unique needs of premature children. Caroline also highlights the resources available for families and educators to support children like Reuben, advocating for greater awareness and understanding of the long-term effects of prematurity. Episode Links Explore The Smallest Things Charity websiteAccess Free Online Training from PRISM (Premature Infants’ Skills in Mathematics)Discover the Prem Aware Award and its Free Resources

  8. 22. Mai

    Anji Inspired Play with Patana School in Bangkok

    Gemma Wales and Sarah Gaughan from Patana School in Bangkok join us for this week’s episode. We discuss how their early years practice has been inspired by Anji Play and discuss key aspects such as the theory, resources, the practice and the impact on the young learners. Episode Links Discover our support for International Schools and SettingsExplore more on Anji Play

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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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