"Doing this course has taught me a lot about why children do what they do and about how best to understand them." Start your journey with CREC SCITT and gain the insights that make a difference. buff.ly/hz8AtqA #CREC #SCITT #TeacherTraining #EYFS #EarlyYearsTeacherTraining #PrimaryTeaching

Our practical day of professional development focused on early mathematics provided attendees with lots of ideas and motivation to further develop their early years mathematics provision. 😊 #CREC #Maths #CPD

The Government's SEND reform consultation ends on May 18th. Have your say here: buff.ly/Yj3OaFR #SENDReform #Consultation #DfE #SEND

"My vision is to create inclusive, thoughtful learning environments where children’s ideas, experiences and curiosities are valued." Apply for CREC SCITT today. buff.ly/hz8AtqA #CREC #SCITT #TeacherTraining #EYFS #EarlyYearsTeacherTraining #PrimaryTeaching #EYFSTeaching

West Midlands Get Into Teaching event: Meet the Providers - Birmingham Thursday 21 May 2026 17:00 20:00 Birmingham Midland Institute Caroline Street Birmingham, B3 3BS buff.ly/mlSY6Nd #CREC #TeacherTraining #SCITT #GetIntoTeaching #BirminghamTeachers #PrimaryTeaching #EarlyYearsTeaching

A charity has launched a new initiative for early years and health staff aimed at supporting children’s brain development, prompted by research showing growing numbers of children starting school not toilet-trained or unable to dress or feed themselves. buff.ly/29TH1iE #SchoolReadiness #EarlyYears

The latest edition of the European Early Childhood Education Research Journal is out now - full to the brim of briliant articles from the Early Childhood Education and research sector from around the world. Read it here: buff.ly/A2qeIoi #EECERA #EECERJ #EarlyChildhood #EarlyEducation

"My vision for teaching is to create a classroom where every child feels valued, curious, and confident to explore." Turn your vision for the future into a professional reality. Apply for CREC SCITT today. buff.ly/7gC5Kii #CREC #SCITT #TeacherTraining #EYFS #EarlyYearsTeacherTraining #Primary

Today from 10.00-14.00 you'll find CREC and Titan at the UK Careers Fair where you can visit our stand to find out more about our SCITT courses - the School Centered Initial Teacher Training in Early Years. We'd love to see you there! Full details below. Please repost #TeacherTraining #UKCareersFair

This Thursday, you'll find CREC and Titan at the UK Careers Fair where you can visit our stand to find out more about our SCITT courses - the School Centered Initial Teacher Training in Early Years. We'd love to see you there! Full details below. Please repost 😊 #TeacherTraining #UKCareersFair

"Research tells us that giving children the best start in life not only helps them as they grow into adult citizens, but also helps the wider community."Apply for teacher training with CREC SCITT and give children the best start in life. buff.ly/7gC5Kii #CREC #SCITT #TeacherTraining #EYFS

Coming up in June, the UOW Early Years Conference 2026 - Transitions That Matter. Book your place here: buff.ly/c9bAO6a #UOW #Transitions #EarlyYears #Conference

Thinking about training to teach? Now’s the time to apply!🧑‍🏫 Our next SCITT interview date is Wednesday 6th May and we are welcoming applications from dedicated future teachers ready to make a difference in the classroom. 🏫 Apply now: buff.ly/zO0Ypq0

"I’d like to create a calm, inclusive and engaging classroom where children feel confident to think, talk and explore ideas." Turn your passion for inclusive education into a specialist career. Apply for SCITT at CREC today. buff.ly/7gC5Kii #CREC #SCITT #TeacherTraining #EYFS

SCITT Online Information Event Wednesday 6th May 2026 12:30pm- 13:00pm Join online to connect with one of the tutors on the course, learn more about our training programme and ask questions. Register to attend: buff.ly/4BElnAa #teachertraining #eyfs #earlyyearsteacher

Early Years Maths CPD coming up with Roy Broadfield at CREC in 2026 - check it out and book your place - this is highly regarded CPD and great value: buff.ly/xpnfSnX #Maths #EarlyYearsMaths #Numbers

At the Centre for Research in Early Childhood (CREC), we are proud to publish our latest research exploring the experiences of young children from Armed Forces families and the professionals who support them across the UK.

Our final intensive training week of the year focused on adaptive teaching. We took the time to pause and reflect on our practice, enabling us to adapt and respond more effectively to the needs of every child. Interested in joining our next cohort? Find out more: buff.ly/7gC5Kii #SCITT #CREC

A recent study by the UK Department for Education indicates that more than half of two-year-old children now spend upwards of two hours a day using screens. Read more about their new recommendations and the reasons behind them: buff.ly/QGIHQdY #ScreenTime #EarlyYearsScreenTime #ScreenUsage

A Barnardo’s survey of 2,000 parents with children under five found that almost half (49%) felt their child had missed out on learning or play opportunities because of the rising cost of living. Read more: buff.ly/GGMqG6w #CostOfLiving #EarlyYears #BabyDevelopment

Upcoming Learning Circle: Tuesday 21 April - Hybrid, 4.30pm-5.30pm CREC MA alumna Millie Colwey discussing her dissertation which focused on sustainability within her outdoor nursery provision. Register in advance for this meeting: buff.ly/pdGWsPW #CREC #LearningCircle #CPD

Are you an EY professional identifying as Neurodivergent? Please consider contributing and sharing to this research study aiming to amplify and celebrate the voices of neurodivergent (self-identified or diagnosed) staff in the Early Years workforce, from CREC MA Student Kay Davey: buff.ly/wMGd1RM

Coming up in June, the UOW Early Years Conference 2026 - Transitions That Matter. Book your place here: buff.ly/c9bAO6a #UOW #Transitions #EarlyYears #Conference

Please take a look at this upcoming event: Children as Rights-Holders: Learning from the ESRC “Children’s Participation in Schools” Project buff.ly/xtbWX5l #EarlyEducation #UWE #ChildrensParticipationInSchools

The renewed Birth to Five Matters draft is ready for you to read. Once you've read it, please respond using the survey. Draft: buff.ly/KO08D7d Survey: buff.ly/NUnNydP #BirthToFiveMatters #Bto5M #EarlyChildhood #EarlyYears

Updates on the upcoming SEND funding: buff.ly/R3IQMOG #SEND #Funding #EarlyYears

Over 300 schools to open or expand nurseries, creating thousands of places, targeting areas with childcare gaps and helping families £8,000 a year on average, says the Government: buff.ly/ZHP9u3r #Nurseries #EarlyYears

Our recent conference day saw SCITT trainees engaging in sessions on high‑quality feedback, exploring what responsive and meaningful interactions look like in the Early Years. Find out more about our SCITT course on our upcoming information session tomorrow: buff.ly/eSwYtCN #SCITT #TeacherTraining

"Although the Government's proposals are mainly backed by the early years sector, there is concern that staffing levels and funding will be inadequate." Read more about the SEND reforms: buff.ly/aw9opVU #SENDReform #EarlyYears #Inclusion #ISP

Coram Family and Childcare are collaborating with researchers at University College London (UCL) to explore how indoor spaces in early years settings influence children’s health, learning and wellbeing. Find out more or sign up for a workshop: bit.ly/4sqkOSi #EarlyYears #Research

CREC Teacher Training Online Information Event Wednesday 8 April 2026 12:30 13:00 This lunchtime online drop-in session is an opportunity to ask questions about our programme. If you are considering a career as a nursery or an early primary teacher, book a place! buff.ly/PjS96Nk #EarlyYears

Free upcoming workshop: Date & time: 15 May 2026, 10:00 – 17:30 Experience in children's moral education The workshop probes at the question: how should we think of experience when theorising children’s moral development and education? buff.ly/7c1S8Vb #MoralEducation #ChildDevelopment #UCL

Join the ARU Early Childhood Research Group: "In partnership with EECERA-UK and OMEP-UK, we’re bringing researchers together to spark ideas around 'Sustainable Futures', 'Safe and Inclusive Communities', and 'Health, Performance and Wellbeing'." buff.ly/PgogNYp #EarlyChildhood #EarlyEducation

Coming up in June, the UOW Early Years Conference 2026 - Transitions That Matter. Book your place here: buff.ly/c9bAO6a #UOW #Transitions #EarlyYears #Conference

Research participation request: "‘Policy, inclusivity and advocacy in early years music education’ " The survey can be found here: buff.ly/aewH9kz #Research #Music #EarlyYearsMusic

In our recent Learning Circle, CREC's Dr Helen Lyndon spoke about making the most of publishing opportunities; from her first book chapter to her role as sub-editor of EECERJ and the wider opportunities for publication. #EarlyYears #EarlyEducation #LearningCircle

Please note the CREC offices will be CLOSED from 2nd to 7th April. Wishing all of our colleagues, collaborators and friends a wonderful Easter break. #EasterHolidays #ClosingDates #EarlyYears #CREC

CREC Teacher Training Online Information Event Wednesday 8 April 2026 12:30 13:00 This lunchtime online drop-in session is an opportunity to ask questions about our programme. If you are considering a career as a nursery or an early primary teacher, book a place! buff.ly/PjS96Nk #EarlyYears

Early Years Maths CPD coming up with Roy Broadfield at CREC on 1st May - check it out and book your place - this is highly regarded CPD and great value: buff.ly/xpnfSnX #Maths #EarlyYearsMaths #Numbers

A strong early years workforce is essential to children, families and the wider economy. This new Model for Change from @CoalitionEdCare sets out how to get there. Explore: buff.ly/0zNmJNY Join EECC Connect to stay informed: buff.ly/mXhYwvM @coalitionedcare.bsky #ModelForChange

We are delighted to invite professionals working in the Early Years sector to the launch of Thriving Lives in Early Years.

During the Autumn Term, we were delighted to host a session led by Professor Tina Bruce (CBE) and Professor Chris Pascal (OBE) on reflective pedagogy, exploring the “Power and Pleasures of Play”.

Research participation opportunity: The project aims to explore how Early Years practitioners use picture books to develop children’s understanding of the world around them.Find out more and take part here: buff.ly/6e6SVVV #Research #EarlyYearsResearch #EarlyChildhood

The European Early Childhood Education Research Journal (EECERJ) invites eligible early career researchers, professionals and scholars to apply for the College of Reviewers. buff.ly/Ei8vovm #ECE #EarlyChildhood #Research #EarlyEducation

Our Childcare Survey 2026 shows year-on-year rise in childcare costs for under-twos in England over 25 years, until expansion of funded entitlements in 2024-25 brought the cost of p/t childcare for eligible working parents back to 2005 level: www.coramfamilyandchildcare.org.uk/research/chi...

Gaps in availability of childcare for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) is one of the most concerning and consistent findings of our Childcare Survey over the last 25 years: www.coramfamilyandchildcare.org.uk/research/chi...

It's #SocialWorkWeek, but did you know reading can act as a protective factor when children face adversity? Explore our Impact Report to discover how programmes like #StoryExplorers and #LetterboxClub can make a difference to children in kinship care, foster care & adoption: https://bit.ly/4uzBLLC

For families eligible for the funded childcare entitlement (now 30 hours), a part-time place may now be free during term-time. But costs have risen in England for parents not eligible for the funded entitlement. Childcare Survey 2026: www.coramfamilyandchildcare.org.uk/research/chi...

Disadvantaged children are being priced out of early years education. Families not eligible for childcare entitlements pay an average of £189 per week for a part-time nursery place for a child under two. #ChildcareSurvey2026 www.coramfamilyandchildcare.org.uk/research/chi...

Develop your practice by signing up to the Froebel Trust Online Course! 🤩 Starting this September, we’re offering educators across the UK the chance to join our interactive course. Across the sessions, we’ll cover six themes which are central to a Froebelian approach to early childhood education. 🌿