The one with "parents and partnerships" with Sarah Hardwell
Circle Time The Early Years Podcast
Release Date: 03/21/2023
The one about "Regulation" with Sarah Brown
Circle Time The Early Years Podcast
For our third episode, Glenn chats with Sarah Brown (AKA The Dyslexic Leader) about how we can support children to become stronger at self-regulation. Why not follow Sarah on Instagram @thedyslexicleader
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The one about "Outdoor Forever!" with Cameron Sprague
Circle Time The Early Years Podcast
The outdoors is just there to be explored and it's an amazing place for young children to grow and develop. In this episode of Circle Time The Early Years Podcast, Glenn catches up with former colleague, Cameron Sprague (Head of Nurseries for Stramash Social Enterprise) and explores why the outdoors is simply the best place for children to be free and able to learn in their own unique way.
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The one about "School Readiness" with Dr Lala Manners and Dr June O'Sullivan OBE
Circle Time The Early Years Podcast
A brand new season for Circle Time The Early Years Podcast, and it's great to have not one, but two amazing guests on our first edition. Returning to Circle Time is Dr Lala Manners, alongside her great friend and colleague, Dr June O'Sullivan OBE (making her Circle Time debut), who have been working on a new book exploring the common misconceptions of School Readiness. What does it actually mean, and how can nursery and school work together to make this a transition that puts the child at the heart.
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The one about "joy" with Laura Hodges
Circle Time The Early Years Podcast
We've made it to the end of our third season of Circle Time, and we have a special episode for you. Glenn joined the brilliant Early Years coach and mentor, Laura Hodges, from HQ Early Years as they shared a joint podcast recording, focusing on what could be a tricky subject- finding joy in early years. If you want to know more about what other services Laura can offer, (including her amazing podcast Lead and Learn) why not visit her website: And don't forget, you can hear selected episodes, and so much more, on Circle Time The Early Years Radio - our spin-off station. Just visit or...
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The one about "Stress Reduction Outdoors" with Professor Sam Wass
Circle Time The Early Years Podcast
In our penultimate episode for Season 3, Glenn welcomes Professor Sam Wass, Director of the Institute of Science of Early Years (ISEY) at the University of East London. Sam talks about stress in young children and how, by being outside more with the children, we can reduce the potential triggers of stressful behaviours and reactions. You can find out more about Sam by visiting his website: Or find out more about ISEY:
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The one about "baby wearing" with Laurna Hislop
Circle Time The Early Years Podcast
You may (or may not) know about baby wearing and the benefits for both the baby and the adult. Glenn talks to baby wearing consultant and educator (and all-round lovely person) Lauran Hislop from Coorie in with Love about why nurseries should consider this as an option for their baby rooms. You can get in touch with Laurna through her website and social media, details below:
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The one about "Enabling Environments" with Jade Candy
Circle Time The Early Years Podcast
In this episode of Circle Time The Early Years Podcast, Glenn talks to highly experienced Nursery Manager, Jade Candy, about why she believes that a quality environment is essential for every child's holistic growth and development. Andy by environment, she's not just talking about the physical environment, but also the adults surrounding the child and why they need to feel inquisitive and excited about their learning environment oo.
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The one about "the Pikler Approach" with Rachel Tapping
Circle Time The Early Years Podcast
Many of you will have heard of a Pikler Triangle, but where does it come from and how does it fit into our Early Years world? The latest episode of Circle Time is where Glenn talks to Rachel Tapping, Chair of Pikler UK, about Dr Emmi Pikler and her groundbreaking research and methods that show love and respect to children, from the youngest to the oldest - surely something we need in today's society? To find out more about Rachel, and the work of Pikler UK, click these links:
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The one about "regulating emotions" with Sarah Emerson
Circle Time The Early Years Podcast
Emotions, particularly in our youngest children, can be unnerving or even alarming. But should we let them happen rather than just comfort the child? In this edition of Circle Time, Glenn talks to Sarah Emerson, a specialist in early childhood behaviour and emotions, about this very devisive subject. You can find out more about Sarah from her website
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The one about "adult wellbeing" with Melanie Shepherd
Circle Time The Early Years Podcast
We talk a lot about children's emotional wellbeing, but what about the wellbeing of the adults? In this episode of Circle Time, Glenn talks to Early Years consultant Melanie Shepherd about strategies, hints and tips we can sue to support the wellbeing of our teams.
info_outlineGlenn has been chatting with friend, colleague, Nursery Director and passionate advocate of all things Early Years, Sarah Hardwell, about the huge importance of partnerships with parents and families and why it truly does "take a village to raise a child".