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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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39:21

Early Childhood Theories Today: Interview with Ruth...

Early Excellence Podcast ·

2022/10/21

In this week’s episode, we chat to Ruth Swailes and Aaron Bradbury about their fantastic new book - Early Childhood Theories Today.They discuss the links between theories and practice within the classroom, the benefits of the book, their writing process and much more.Purchase a copy of Early Childhood Theories TodayExplore our EYFS TrainingDiscover our KS1 Courses

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35:42

The Wonderful Possibilities of Wordless Books

Early Excellence Podcast ·

2022/10/14

Do you have wordless books within your classroom provision? In your setting, are wordless books used to support children’s language development and storytelling skills? Join us for this week’s episode of The Early Excellence Podcast where we explore and review some great wordless books and discuss how the books can be used to support the development of a wide range of skills. Watch the Video “The Piano” Book on to our webinar - It's More than Reading & Writing Explore our range of

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01:00:56

The Secret Lives of Young Learners: Interview with...

Early Excellence Podcast ·

2022/10/07

This week, we’re joined by Professor Sam Wass from The University of East London. Sam is a child psychologist and neuroscientist specialising in concentration and stress in young children. You will probably remember Sam as the on-screen child psychologist in the popular Channel 4 programmes The Secret Lives of 4 Year Olds and The Secret Lives of 5 Year Olds.Order The Secret Lives of 4, 5 and 6 Year Olds bookWatch Sam’s TED Talk on How the Modern World is Changing Young ChildrenInspire your EYFS team

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39:59

Continuous Provision in Key Stage 1

Early Excellence Podcast ·

2022/09/30

There are often stark differences in approaches to teaching and learning once children move in to year one, but, does this have to be the case? In this week’s episode, we explore how a rich, well-planned learning environment in Key Stage One can provide both the continuity and the challenge that young learners need. Explore our Guide to Continuous Provision for Key Stage 1 Access our Free Webinars focused on KS1 Order Julie Fisher’s Book - Moving on to Key Stage 1

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20:20

Repetitive Play: is it OK?

Early Excellence Podcast ·

2022/09/23

Children have a strong drive to repeat actions. They can become fascinated by transporting objects, moving in circles or creating enclosures as they explore, and make sense of, the world around them. In this week’s episode, Llewella explores how to identify these repeated patterns of play, known as schemas, and begins to consider how practitioners can use schematic play as a means of tuning in to, and extending, children’s thinking. Read the Blog Watch our Let’s Explore Schemas Webinar Explore

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15:55

What is Enquiry Based Learning?

Early Excellence Podcast ·

2022/09/15

With Kath Murdoch’s “The Art of Enquiry Teaching” event fast approaching, we explore what we actually mean byEnquiry Based Learning. In this week’s episode we introduce the concept of Enquiry Based Learning, consider aspects such as the right environment and the adult role, and discuss some key questions to get us thinking. Attend our Conference with Kath Murdoch Read the Blog

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42:33

Five Things to Remember in September

Early Excellence Podcast ·

2022/09/08

Welcome back to the first episode for the new school year! September is a crucial time for your practice, so for this week’s episode, Andy & Llewella explore the key things for you to remember at the start of this school year. Join our Free ECT Webinar Attend our Conference with Kath Murdoch Explore all our Upcoming Training

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32:56

All Set? Getting Ready for the New School Year

Early Excellence Podcast ·

2022/07/28

With lots to get ready for the new school year, it can be difficult to know where to start. In this week’s bonus podcast episode, Andy and Llewella offer lots of advice and also discuss which jobs are the key prioritiesExplore our free Planning Guides & AuditsOrder our Guides to Continuous ProvisionEnquire about our free room planning service

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43:13

The Revised EYFS Framework, Learning from the Early...

Early Excellence Podcast ·

2022/07/08

In our final podcast for this school year, Andy catches up with some of the founding members of the popular Facebook Group: Early Years Early Adopters. Formed initially in 2020 during the pandemic as a support network for any early adopter schools, the group has now become a key social hub for the Facebook education community where people share ideas and offer advice and support. During this fascinating episode, Andy finds out how the group was formed, what they have learned and where they’re going

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24:15

Choosing the Right Book to Support Your Practice

Early Excellence Podcast ·

2022/07/01

In this episode, Andy and Llewella share and explore a range of key practitioner texts to really get you thinking. So whether you’re needing to get to grips with the key principles of EYFS practice, looking to develop your outdoor learning environment, working with two year olds for the first time or in need of a fresh outlook on Key Stage One, there’s a book here for you! Shop our Professional Books Explore our CPD Training Utilise our Free Audits & Planning Guides

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01:02:44

Exploring Inspirational Learning Environments at the...

Early Excellence Podcast ·

2022/06/24

In this week’s podcast episode, Andy is joined by Esther O’Connor, the EYFS Leader at the British School of Brussels. Esther opens the doors to the inspirational EYFS learning environments at the school and describes how children’s fascinations are nurtured as part of their child-centred practice. Take a look at Esther’s photos of their environments Take a 3D tour of our centre Explore our complete classroom collections

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30:30

Understanding the World, One Page at a Time

Early Excellence Podcast ·

2022/06/17

A carefully chosen children’s book can inspire a wide range of conversations and nurture children’s curiosity in the world around them. In this week’s episode, Andy and Llewella explore a range of fantastic stories and non fiction texts to challenge your children’s thinking and help them make meaningful connections. Shop our Book Collections Explore our FREE Room Planning service Explore our It’s More than a Worksheet Webinar Listen to our Podcast with Co-op Academy Oakwood

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38:16

Moving On: Exploring Child-Centred Approaches to...

Early Excellence Podcast ·

2022/06/10

Effective transition is so much more than an opportunity to visit a new classroom or meet the next teacher. In this week’s episode, Andy and Llewella discuss effective practice and its relationship to transition. They also explore how successful transition processes recognise the different transitions that children experience and how sensitive, child-centred approaches can help nurture young learners in times of change. Order Moving on to KS1 by Julie Fisher Order our Guides to Continuous

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35:44

Exploring Books to Develop Maths

Early Excellence Podcast ·

2022/05/27

Do you use children’s story books as a starting point for exploring mathematical vocabulary and concepts? Do you have mathematically rich picture books as part of the provision in your maths area? In this week’s episode Andy Burt and Llewella Ivins explore some great maths related books and stories to help you get started. Shop our Book Collections Explore our Child Development Webinars Explore our Maths Focused Webinars

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15:05

Meaningful Mathematics: A Focus on EYFS Pedagogy

Early Excellence Podcast ·

2022/05/20

In this week’s Podcast Andy focuses on meaningful mathematics in the EYFS. He explores how a well-planned learning environment allows for powerful connections to support the effective teaching of mathematics. He also reflects on the importance of the adult role to maximise opportunities to embed learning, challenge thinking and introduce vocabulary. Download our Free Maths Audits for EYFS & KS1 Book our Developing Young Mathematicians Online Programme Explore our Maths Focused Webinars

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31:20

Exploring Books to Support PSED

Early Excellence Podcast ·

2022/05/13

In this week’s Podcast Episode, Andy Burt and Llewella Ivins take a closer look at a range of books that can support children’s Personal, Social & Emotional Development. They share some of their favourite books including Knuffle Bunny, Julian is a Mermaid and the Big Book of Families. Join them to explore the key themes and messages in these beautiful texts, and hear how they can be used as an effective part of classroom practice.Shop our Book CollectionsExplore our Child Development

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43:13

A Guide to SEND in the Early Years

Early Excellence Podcast ·

2022/05/06

This week, Andy interviews Kerry Murphy, Early Years Lecturer and Consultant, about her new book A Guide to SEND in the Early Years. Andy and Kerry discuss and reflect on EYFS practice, how best to support children with SEND and also challenge some common misconceptions. Order Kerry’s book: A Guide to SEND in the Early Years Explore our Child Development Webinars View other recommended professional texts

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33:52

Strengthening Subject Leadership: Curriculum...

Early Excellence Podcast ·

2022/04/29

In this week’s Podcast Andy talks to Phil Armstrong, our Head of Regional Development for the South, about the role of an EYFS Leader and the importance of wider Subject Leadership. They reflect on how best to strengthen understanding of the core principles of Early Years for Subject Leaders to ensure these are translated into practice, the curriculum and assessment as part of a whole school approach. Explore our Subject Leaders Programme Read our Blog about Curriculum Progression Explore our

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11:46

What is Continuous Provision?

Early Excellence Podcast ·

2022/04/08

In this week’s Podcast, the team taker a close look at Continuous Provision, explore EYFS terminology and reflect onthe importance of creating a consistent and enabling environment. Order our Guides to Continuous Provision Explore our FREE Room Planning service Read the blog

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31:54

Exploring Powerful Learning Through Domestic Role Play

Early Excellence Podcast ·

2022/04/01

In this week’s Podcast, Andy talks to Amanda Belbin from Bincombe Valley Primary School, Weymouth. Amanda explains how meaningful talk and carefully planned enhancements have helped to put domestic role play at the heart of their practice.Watch our free Domestic Role Play webinarShop our Domestic Role Play ResourcesFollow Bincombe Valley on TwitterRead Amanda’s Domestic Role Play Blog

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