Prioritising early childhood to promote the nation’s health, wellbeing and prosperity
This report has been approved by the Academy of Medical Sciences’ Council
This report has been approved by the Academy of Medical Sciences’ Council
A review of recent research into children’s play, social policy and practice, with a focus on Wales
In this special issue focusing on Physical education in early childhood education, the editorial board of JECER publish the selected work of leading early childhood education as well as leading physical education researchers.
Highlights four of the most significant changes and identify policy goals and recommendations that should underpin an ambitious early childhood strategy.
This is the second of four reports that will set out a practical plan for action by Government to improve the health and wellbeing of children and young people. Our report on ‘The Early Years’ has already been published; reports on Mental Health and Family and Community are forthcoming.
An evidence review of the impact of pandemic life on physical development in the early years.
Covid-19 has uncovered entrenched health inequalities; hobbling UK children even prior to birth and creating a ‘twin-track childhood’ on course to derail a post-pandemic recovery unless children are placed at the heart of it.
A free course aimed at increasing your knowledge about how young children’s physical devleopment can be supported.
An aspirational framework to improve the lives of all children from conception to aged 2 years.
A presentation of the latest data on child obesity in England from Public Health England.
New article published with an evolutionary approach on risky play.
One thing that most families learn at some point, particularly during lockdown, is that balancing a child’s screen time with physical activity isn’t an easy task.
Gill Connell from Moving Smart NZ gives an interesting and illuminating interview, definitely worth listening to and more than once!
Daily movement, tailored to particular ages and groups of children, must be placed at the heart of the curriculum in order to support all aspects of learning, argues Sally Goddard Blythe.
There is a simple, inexpensive and joyful way to address many of the major challenges facing society and its children; addressing the alarming mental health crisis and obesity epidemic and helping to prepare children for an ever-changing work force.
The first 1001 days, from pregnancy to age two, are an age of opportunity.
The International Early Learning and Child Well-being Study (IELS) is a new international study by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD).
See the Ipsos Mori Royal Foundation Report
Why young children need at least 3 hours of outdoor play every day.
A really useful new resource from a team led by the renowned Anna Freud Centre in London.
Some interesting insights here that may provide useful material to support future practice.
A study examining the factors influencing childcare workers’ promotion of physical activity (PA) among children aged 0–4 years, a particularly interesting context because of the increasing number of children attending childcare....
Useful document about children’s right to play just published by PlayWales.
A proposal for a new early years guarantee to give all children in England the best start in life.
Pre 2019 general election pledges from Public Health England.
A useful series of leaflets for parents/practitioners from a team in Manchester, simple and accessible they are an excellent addition to available resources in the field.
An important and timely report that discusses the impact of Covid 19 on the education, health, wellbeing and welfare of children worldwide.
This recent report, published by the National Children’s Bureau explores how services and parents can work in partnership to support the social and emotional development of under fives.’
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Early Years section of the Hertfordshire Sport & Physical Activity website.
A brilliant new resource from Gill Connell – NZ expert in child development and movement play.
The Birth Injury Justice Center has compiled the most in-depth resources nationwide to help guide and serve all families affected by physical birth injuries.
f you want to find out about out of school clubs, and how to get started with setting one up, this is where you need to start.
Kids Run Free’s mission is to create fun, free and sustainable running opportunities for toddlers to teens, igniting their passion for physical activity and encouraging them to be healthier, happier and more confident.
The two-day seminar takes place 21-22 November 2019 in Leeds, United Kingdom and will present the latest knowledge and insights on child poverty in western cities.
With Peggy Zeitler who is a distinguished Pikler Sensory Awareness trainer, integrating study of Eastern culture, experience with Gestalt Therapy and a long association with the Pikler Institute, including founding the European Pikler Association
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The MOVERS is a valuable resource for early years educational centres to use to evaluate and improve their practice and provision in the vital curriculum area of physical development.
A principles based approach to supporting young children’s physical development, health and wellbeing, by Lala Manners.
With growing concerns over declining levels of school readiness and physical activity, this book outlines the importance of quality early movement experiences and explores the connection between poor early physical development opportunities and later difficulties in the classroom.
A brilliantly simple, accessible – and sustainable – approach to supporting children’s physical development through outdoor play.
Since launching in April this year, the Activity Challenge has encouraged thousands of children aged 4-11 to get active.
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