138 - A Little Bit Of A Hissy Fit!
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Today, I am delighted to welcome Lucy, our Operations Manager, as we delve into the concept of Cultural Capital. In this discussion, we will aim to delve into the significance of Cultural Capital and explore strategies for its integration within your setting. The idea of Cultural Capital reflects on the varying experiences that children may have growing up and aims to bridge this gap in learning by allowing settings to offer the children experiences that they may not have otherwise. It is a crucial part of Early Years Education and this episode aims to give you all the golden nuggets...
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137 - We Want You To Shine In Your Inspection!
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Today, I wanted to talk about the Inspection Path, this is something we created which takes you through a journey, going through 5 stages which can help you to go from feeling anxious, overwhelmed or frustrated to feeling confident, prepared and ready for your inspection! So, let us take you on an adventure through your Inspection journey to figure out what your next step is and achieve your goal of becoming a reflective and passionate Early Years Educator! Within this episode, you will learn about: - The 5 Stages of the Inspection Path - Which Stage You Are At Currently - What You Need to do...
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136 - 'You Can't Pour From An Empty Jug!'
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Today we are joined by my good friend, Sarah Emerson, who is the master of all things emotions! We will discuss how we can support children with 'Big Feelings' and explore the impact of Co-Regulation in child development. Join us to gain insights and strategies that you can use to help nurture the emotional literacy of children within your setting. Within this episode, you will learn about: - The importance of both Co-Regulation and Self-Regulation - How To Support Children with Big Feelings - A Child's Love Language and How This Impacts Their Feelings Show Notes, Cocoro - EPOP 2024 -...
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135 - What Are Ofsted Looking For!
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For this episode, I wanted to answer one of the most commonly asked questions by Early Years educators, 'What Are Ofsted Looking For?'. Now this is a bit of a loaded question, but during this podcast, I will delve into some of the hot topics we have seen on our audits and offer advice on how to refine these areas so you are ready to shine on the big day! Within this episode, you will learn about: - Key Things an Inspector Would Be Looking For - How To Ensure Your Curriculum is Clear, Concise and Sequenced - The Importance of Incorporating Cultural Capital within Your Setting Show Notes, ...
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134 - 'Where My Passion Lies!'
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Today, we're joined by Anthony, our Technology Guru, to delve into his journey in Early Years and his perspective on the involvement of men in the sector. The presence of positive male role models in early childhood settings can yield numerous benefits for children. However, finding men in the Early Years field is a rarity. We'll explore strategies for incorporating these role models into settings and have an open dialogue on the reasons behind the lack of Men in the Early Years Sector. Within this episode, you will learn about: - Societal Norms and Their Impact on Men in Early Years - The...
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133 - This Is Ingrained Into My Head!
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Today, I'd like to delve into a topic we haven't explored on this podcast before, Display Boards. These boards can have a huge impact on the children's learning and development, making it essential that we engage them in the process and tailor the displays to their interests. Display boards can be such a helpful tool to use within a setting, providing visual aids to reinforce learning concepts and showcasing the children's work. We must ensure we are getting them right to ensure they effectively support learning. Within this episode, you will learn about: - The Importance of Child-Led Display...
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132 - Shine Walk Shine!
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Today I am joined by our fantastic field team, Emily and Lorraine, as we discuss the learning walk and what we have seen on our audits. We will be offering our tips and tricks on how you can wow your inspector and shine on your learning walk. This is the time to showcase your setting, so make sure that you own it and show the inspector what your setting has got! Within this episode, you will learn about: - Our expert tips on how to shine on your learning walk. - How long a learning walk should be. - The importance of getting your team together to look at your strengths. Show notes: ...
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131 - Easy Peasy Lemon Squeezy!
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For this episode, we wanted to do something a little different and step away from the inspection side of things and focus on the activities that we prepare for the children. Activities are a huge part of an Early Years setting and we must think outside the box to create engaging and impactful activities. We need to make sure that these activities are having a positive impact on the children and are linked to the learning and development of the children. Within this episode, you will learn about: - Creating Bespoke Activities For The Children - Ensuring That Activities Are Impactful -...
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130 - 'It's Not A Job, It's A Lifestyle!'
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In this lively podcast episode, Faye and Sian, co-owners of Polka Dot Farm Nursery in Essex, share their journey of creating a unique vibrant nursery with authenticity and innovation. They emphasise the importance of being true to oneself in business, highlighting that success doesn't necessarily depend on having a massive following but on connecting deeply with your audience. They discuss the power of creating a buzz around their nursery by being authentically themselves and fostering a supportive and fun environment for staff and families. Within this episode, you will learn about: - The...
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129 - 'Thought I Was Off My Rocker!'
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In this episode, we explore the transformative power of the 5 Love Languages in expressing gratitude towards the children and our staff. The concept of Love Languages highlights the various ways individuals give and receive love, and can be a fantastic tool for you to use in your setting. Understanding a child's primary Love Language enables practitioners to effectively communicate appreciation and support, fostering healthy emotional development. On top of this, expressing gratitude in a way that aligns with each staff member's preferred Love Language can boost motivation, enhance teamwork,...
info_outlineFor this episode I will be going through some of the questions that I often get asked about Inspections and trying to quell any concerns that you may have. Information regarding inspections changes all the time, so I am hoping that today's podcast will shed some light on the topic. Within this episode, you will learn:
- What Inspectors are looking for
- How to handle negative feedback
- How often you will be inspected
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