It's almost the beginning of the school year. What do parents of children starting Reception understand about #SchoolReadiness? What communication have you already had from school to help you prepare? #SchoolReadiness

Reading aloud with your child for just 15 minutes every day build knowledge and vocabulary. Why wouldn't you do it? Imagination Library BookTrust

Want to take a closer look at Labour’s plans for school-based nurseries? This Nursery World webinar will also look at the logistics involved when embarking on a partnership with a school. Online and free on 25 September at 12:15pm. Sign up here ⬇️ kinsq.org/4dEQP1K

This report from The Children's Society shows some worrying statistics and a continuing decline in young people's wellbeing in the UK.

What do you think about the 12-member panel chosen to lead Labour #CurriculumReview? Schools Week kinsq.org/4ea4Jsz

It's easy to overlook the mental health needs of babies because we often focus more on recording physical development. This Nursery World article discusses how creating a strong foundation in babyhood is key to robust mental health as children get older. kinsq.org/3MrRdVl

Domestic abuse affects 1 in 5 children across the UK. Positive experiences throughout childhood help to build healthy brains, while experiencing childhood trauma & abuse can harm a child’s brain development. Join this The For Baby's Sake Trust webinar to learn more 👇

How did the pandemic impact babies starting school as children now? #SchoolReadiness BBC News (UK) kinsq.org/4epQrEn

The The Royal Society has today published its recommendations for a radical reform of maths education from #EarlyYears and throughout compulsory education, to address the growing need for data skills in the workplace and in everyday life. #CurriculumReview kinsq.org/3XrG78S

37 days holiday, flexible working, "paw-ternity" leave... This nursery in Billericay is thinking outside-the-box when it comes to staff benefits. What other benefits do you think could help recruit and retain #EarlyYears staff? Nursery World kinsq.org/47smTDP

This "crisis" in #EarlyYears recruitment is not a surprise. The sector has been talking about it for years. What did the government think was going to happen? The i paper kinsq.org/3MvuKXh

Growing Minds is an ambitious, collaborative project, bringing together experienced organisations and tried-and-tested interventions to improve #SchoolReadiness and support young children’s life chances. Peeple kinsq.org/3ZcMePY

Every £1 invested in quality early care and education saves taxpayers £13 in future costs. For every £1 spent on early years education, £7 has to be spent to have the same impact in adolescence. Prof. James Heckman kinsq.org/3TeHnK6

As the government rolls out their expanded funded childcare offer we must talk about #quality, not just availability of #childcare spaces. The role of the key worker is crucial. kinsq.org/3AMCLVo

This blog shares a first-hand account of a parent accessing funded childcare. kinsq.org/47bYuBY Working Families

Children in the UK are less likely than their international classmates to be ready for school. #SchoolReadiness Theirworld kinsq.org/4geZfhL

Want to know about the current state of education worldwide? This webinar will take a closer look at the upcoming EAG report, the definitive guide to the state of education globally. Gain insights from experts and get answers to your questions live! 👉 bit.ly/3MuzbBG

"Last month, an investigation by ITV found that nearly 1/3 of parents whose kids have special needs have had to use the law to get them the support they need" What about the children whose parents cannot access legal services? Is this OK? The Guardian kinsq.org/4ggoBfu

Education secretary Bridget Phillipson lays out her vision for the sector & her views on everything from behaviour & SEND, to MATs & funding. Do you think she has her priorities right? Tes kinsq.org/47ctJx3

Did you know it's national baby swimming week? Swim England kinsq.org/3Mzlh1b