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Early Excellence Podcast

Early Excellence

Join us as we discuss a diverse range of EYFS and KS1 best practice and provision, resourcing your Early Years environment and keep you up to date news and reviews from Ofsted & the DfE

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43:16

Exploring Boys' Learning

Early Excellence Podcast ·

2023/04/21

Our own Matthew Sayer, Curriculum Consultant at Early Excellence, joins us for this week’s episode of the podcast as we explore boys’ learning in the EYFS and debate why they nationally are not achieving the same levels of expected development in aspects as girls, and what needs to be considered.Find out more about our Unpicking the Gender Gap TrainingBook on to one of our free Planning Your Environment Events

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40:41

Exploring Early Speech and Language Development:...

Early Excellence Podcast ·

2023/03/31

This week, we talk to Catherine Laing, Lecturer in Developmental Linguistics at York University. As part of the discussion, we explore early speech and also the impact of the Covid19 lockdowns on children’s speaking skillsRead our blog on Navigating the Sea of TalkBook onto our Let’s Get Talking Course

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32:54

Effective Routines for Inspirational Learning

Early Excellence Podcast ·

2023/03/24

Do you make the most of daily and weekly routines in the Early Years and Key Stage One? In this week’s episode, we’re joined by our very own Nova Robinson, as we discuss and explore how effective routines can be used to provide inspirational experiences and embed learning over time.Watch our free Training Video on Continuous Provision in Key Stage 1 with Nova Robinson.Access our free EYFS and Key Stage One Planning Guides and Audit ToolsExplore our Key Stage One Training Programme

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35:08

Exploring Playful Mathematics: Interview with Dr...

Early Excellence Podcast ·

2023/03/17

We are delighted to be joined by Dr Helen Williams on this week’s episode of The early Excellence Podcast. Helen is an independent educational consultant, specialising in the learning and teaching of primary mathematics. Helen’s book"Playful Mathematics for Children 3 to 7"won the Nursery World Professional Book of the Year Award in 2022.Read ourMathematical Musingsblog by Jude TwaniListen to ourMathematical Musingspodcast episode with Jude Twani

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55:42

A Head-to-Head Podcast Takeover!

Early Excellence Podcast ·

2023/03/10

Our own Sarah Carey, the presenter of the Head-to Head Podcast, joins us for this week’s episode and introduces us to Emma Prokipczuk. Emma is the Executive Principal of three schools in the Inspiring Primaries Academy Trust and joins Sarah to discuss their recent Ofsted inspection visits.Subscribe to the Head-to-Head PodcastJoin us for our National BriefingFind out about the Early Excellence Leadership Programme

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55:50

Exploring Cultural Capital in the EYFS: Interview...

Early Excellence Podcast ·

2023/03/03

In this, our 60thepisode, we’re joined by Nicky Turner the Early Years Lead for the Astrea Academy Trust. As part of our conversation, we explore what we mean by cultural capital in the early years.Read our Blog "All About Building on Children’s Interests"Access Training on How to Explore and Develop Children’s InterestsWatch our Free Training Video on Developing High Quality Domestic Role Play Provision

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51:34

A Focus on Autism: Interview with Nicola Musgrove

Early Excellence Podcast ·

2023/02/24

This week, we talk with Nicola Musgrove. Nicola is a former early years practitioner, a further education college tutor and is mum to two children with autism. As part of the interview, Nicola discusses her own experiences of autism and also offers key advice for teachers and practitioners working in the EYFS.Nicola's Husband Tim is running the London Marathon to raise money for The National Autistic Society. Click Here to Sponsor TimOrder Kerry Murphy's Book "A Guide to SEND in Early Years"Listen

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50:40

A Virtual Firework Display! Why Rich Experiences in...

Early Excellence Podcast ·

2023/02/17

This week, we’re joined on the podcast by Ben Kingston-Hughes. Ben is an author, trainer, keynote speaker and also the Managing Director of Inspired Children. Our conversation takes many twists and turns but focuses on the vital importance of early childhood.Join our Conference with Ben Kingston-HughesOrder a copy of Ben's BookExplore our Training & EventsListen to our interview with Prof. Sam Wass "The Secret Lives of Young Learners"

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24:33

Enhancement Overload?

Early Excellence Podcast ·

2023/02/10

This week, Andy and Llewella explore how too many weekly enhancements can be an unhelpful part of practice and consider what the alternatives are.Explore our webinar "Too Much Provision, Not Enough Teaching"Order a copy of our Guide to Continuous Provision Read our Blog "What is Continuous Provision?"Listen to our "Building on Children’s Interests in the EYFS" podcast

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32:22

The Vital Importance of Self-Regulation: Interview...

Early Excellence Podcast ·

2023/02/03

In this week’s episode, we talk to Dr Mine Conkbayir about the importance of self-regulation, co-regulation and meeting children’s emotional needs.Explore our upcoming Let's Explore Self-Regulation webinarOrder The Neuroscience of the Developing Child bookDiscover more about Dr Mine Conkbayir

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46:54

An Inspector Calls

Early Excellence Podcast ·

2023/01/27

In this week’s episode we chat to Jess Martin and Natalie Hewitt from Highgate Primary Academy, part of the Astrea Academy Trust. We discuss the school’s recent Ofsted inspection and what the experience was like from the perspective of the EYFS team.Listen to The Early Excellence Head-to-Head PodcastRead Ofsted's New Publication "What EY Providers & Practitioners Need to Know"

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30:16

Interview with Professor Nirmala Rao, Professor of...

Early Excellence Podcast ·

2023/01/20

In this week’s episode, we talk to Professor Nirmala Rao from Hong Kong University about her research, global approaches to early education and an international award for early years practice.Register for Khalifa International Award for Early Learning FieldExplore the work of Professor RaoExplore more on Early Excellence

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27:07

Introducing the Head-to-Head Podcast with Sarah Carey

Early Excellence Podcast ·

2023/01/11

In our first podcast episode of 2023, we chat with Sarah Carey, one of our colleagues at Early Excellence, about a brand new podcast for Headteachers and School Leaders.Gain access to the Head-to-Head Podcast

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20:28

Is It Time to Move Away from the Tuff Spot Tray?

Early Excellence Podcast ·

2022/12/09

In this week’s episode, Andy and Llewella explore the increasing popularity of tuff spot trays in early years settings. They discuss how Tuff Spot trays are used, look closely at some of the potential drawbacks of being over reliant on tray based activities and ask the question: Is it time to move away from the Tuff Spot tray?Watch our free Guide to Continuous Provision webinarRead our Blog Building on Children’s Interests in the EYFSExplore our EYFS Training Programme

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34:51

Topics, Themes and Schemes

Early Excellence Podcast ·

2022/12/02

Do you follow a structure of topics and themes as part of your practice? In your setting, are schemes used to structure the teaching of literacy and mathematical skills? In this week’s episode, Andy and Llewella discuss the benefits of working within a structure alongside the need to respond to children’s individual needs and interests.Find out more about ourIt’s more Than a Maths SchemecourseExplore ourBuilding on Children’s InterestswebinarRead ourBuilding on Children’s InterestsBlog

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56:37

A Close Look at Expressive Art and Design: Interview...

Early Excellence Podcast ·

2022/11/25

Young children have a natural desire to explore their world and share ideas through creative expression. In this week’s episode, we’re joined by artist Emma-Jo Bairstow as we discuss key ways to develop provision and practice in relation to expressive arts and design.Develop your practice by joining Emma-Jo Bairstow for ourEvery Child an ArtistcourseLooking for some festive inspiration? Join us for our freeMagic of ChristmastwilightWatch ourBuilding Creative Approaches in the EYFS and KS1videoFind

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53:51

An In-Depth Look at Physical Development: Interview...

Early Excellence Podcast ·

2022/11/18

As one of the prime areas of learning, physical development underpins children’s overall learning and development. Yet how often do we consider children’s physical development in real depth? In this week’s episode, we talk with Helen Hawes about her support work in schools and how small changes to our practice can have a big impact for our children.Find out more about our "Let's Explore Physical Development" courseExplore our Outdoor Resource CollectionsContact Helen to find out more about her work

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57:33

Helicopter Stories in Action: Interview with Trisha Lee

Early Excellence Podcast ·

2022/11/11

In this week’s episode, we talk to Trisha Lee all about the importance of nurturing and celebrating children’s storytelling. Trisha tells us all about her work in schools and also about her new book, The Growth of a Storyteller, which explores the practice of using helicopter stories to value, nurture and inspire young learners.Order your copy of The Growth of a StorytellerExplore our Themed Role Play Resources

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40:45

Mixing the Mathematical Milkshake! Developing Rich...

Early Excellence Podcast ·

2022/11/04

In this week’s episode, we’re joined by Kate Gingles and the EYFS team at Newcastle High School for Girls. As part of our chat, we talk about the team’s key focus on developing enjoyable and rich mathematical learning opportunities for their Nursery and Reception children.Find out more about our“More than a Maths Scheme”Course Read our blog:Mathematical Musingsby Jude Twani Download a free copy of ourMaths Provision Audit

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38:16

Brilliant Books and Poems to Inspire Young Writers

Early Excellence Podcast ·

2022/10/28

Children’s books provide us with wonderfully rich opportunities to nurture and provoke imaginative writing ideas. In this week’s episode, Andy and Llewella share some fantastic children’s books for inspiring young writers. Browse our 3-5 Yrs Book Resource Collection Find Out More About Our Let’s Explore Language and Communication Training Explore Our It’s More than Reading and Writing Training

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