We're very pleased to announce this year's Alliance annual conference, Families at the heart: the vital role of early years settings in supporting children, families and their local community, will be taking place online at 6pm on Thursday 15 June 2023: bit.ly/40lSNgL

Mental Health Awareness Week runs from 15 to 21 May 2023. This year, Mind is focusing on the impact of the cost of living crisis on our mental health. Find information and support here - ow.ly/2a9K50OusA0

If you are expecting a baby and are 25 years old or under - MAP is here to support you from birth and beyond.

Accidents often happen when a lot is going on. So accident prevention needs to be simple. That’s why Child Safety Week 2023's Child Accident Prevention Trust theme is Safety made simple. For practitioner resources, click on the link: capt.org.uk/child-safety-w…

Have you signed up for this year's National Week of Play? Alongside lots of free resources for providers and families, the Early Years Alliance have some virtual events taking place throughout the week! Find out more & book your place today bit.ly/PlayWeekevents… #PlayWeek2023

Check out the latest on the Early Years Alliance blog from Famly about how technology can help support communication with all your families. bit.ly/3BA1RUy

At night, rather than scrolling in bed, young people should avoid looking at their phones for at least half an hour before sleeping. Watch this new animation from Anna Freud- ‘Let’s talk about anxiety’ and accompanying resources for school staff: crowd.in/5orsUL @AFNCCF

National Week of Play 2023: Creating connections through play Monday 19 - Sunday 25 June Sign up for Play Week 2023 & get your FREE resources here 👇👇 bit.ly/44n0NR6

Family Information Service Who are we? How can we help? Email: [email protected] Call: 0344 8008020

If you’re a teacher and would like to take your class to Norwich Castle, Strangers’ Hall or the Museum of Norwich, they’ve got all kinds of topics covered! Visit their website to download their Autumn '23 programme, including on-site and digital options. ow.ly/ywEy50P49R5

Places Where Kids Eat Free (or for £1) During The 6 Weeks Summer Holidays! (Subject to change) As more restaurants and cafes are announced, they will be added on the following website: moneysavingcentral.co.uk/kids-eat-free

Early years child development training This free online training provides an overview of child development and gives practical advice for supporting the development of children in your early years setting. Learn more and enrol here:ow.ly/H9Cr50Pkr31

When you apply for funding via GOV.UK, you must re-confirm your details every 3 months by logging back into your GOV.UK account. If you miss the deadline, your funding could be stopped.

Today I am launching #TheBigAmbition, a new campaign to hear directly from children & young people about what they want from Government to make their lives better. Find out more & get involved here: childrenscommissioner.gov.uk/thebigambition

Build a reading for pleasure culture in your school and encourage families to keep sharing books at home with this brand new hub, packed with resources and support, including a new video about the magic of reading at home. Click here: ow.ly/7b9e50PSt2q Source:BookTrust

5 ways to use audiobooks in the classroom The publisher Barrington Stoke shares five practical strategies to re-invigorate reading in your school through the use of audiobooks. ow.ly/W3kF50PStqk Source:BookTrust

Helping you teach primary and secondary students mental wellbeing topics with flexible, ready-to-use content co-created with teachers and young people. Every Mind Matters supports you by providing simple, practical advice for a healthier mind. ow.ly/Mr7450PUw40

Next week is #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek. We’re passionate about empowering #youngpeople to express themselves & have a say. This year’s theme is #YourVoiceMatters, so download our toolkit to help schools & colleges do just that!👇 orlo.uk/nGkIz #MentallyHealthySchools