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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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37:16

Inspirational Learning Environments: A Tour of the...

Early Excellence Podcast ·

2024/03/01

This week, we visit Whitefield Primary School in Liverpool and take a tour of their inspirational EYFS learning environmentsWatch our Free Planning your Environment WebinarShop our Inspirational ResourcesDownload our free Audits and Planning Guides

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59:56

A Focus on The Characteristics of Effective Learning:...

Early Excellence Podcast ·

2024/02/23

Are the Characteristics of Effective Learning central to your EYFS practice? Are you confident in supporting children’s learning skills and attributes? In this episode of the podcast, we chat to Sayeh Mariner from the Co-Op Academies Trust about developing inspirational practice to nurture young learners.Discover our series of webinars focusing on the EYFS & KS1Read our Blog "Exploring the importance of the Characteristics of Effective Learning”

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30:18

Making Mixed-Age Classes Work: Interview with Rachel...

Early Excellence Podcast ·

2024/02/16

For the podcast this week, we’re joined by Rachel Yeung from Hawkshead Primary School in Cumbria, as we discuss the benefits and challenges of teaching in a mixed-age class. Rachel highlights the importance of understanding each child's needs and planning accordingly. She also emphasizes the role of the learning environment in facilitating learning and the positive impact it has on children's development.

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52:20

Reflections of an Early Career Teacher: Interview...

Early Excellence Podcast ·

2024/02/09

This week, we’re joined by Sara Adams as we discuss her experiences and reflections as an early career teacher. As part of the conversation, we explore the importance of an effective learning environment, building meaningful relationships with children and peer learning.Watch our free ECT WebinarExplore our free Audits and GuidesDiscover all our CPD courses and Webinars

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57:12

Unleashing Creativity: Interview with The Herd Theatre

Early Excellence Podcast ·

2024/02/02

We’re joined by Sam Caseley and Ruby Thompson from the Herd Theatre for this week’s episode as we hear all about their transformative Replay Project. We discuss the vital importance of nurturing creative thinking and the wonderful impact of immersive open-ended environments on young children.Explore more about the Herd TheatreWatch a trailer about the Replay projectFind out more about the Replay project

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49:17

Redesigning EYFS Environments: Interview with Emma...

Early Excellence Podcast ·

2024/01/26

Emma Hudson, Early Years Lead at Willerby Carr Lane Primary School, discusses the impact of the redesigned EYFS environment on children and staff. She highlights the importance of stripping back and refining provision to focus on core continuous provision and interactions. Emma also shares the school's approach to peer coaching and the ongoing process of skill progression within each area of provision.Discover our Free Room Planning ServiceExplore our Free Audit for your Indoor AreasWatch the Free

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48:46

The Early Excellence Roadshow: Interview with Sarah...

Early Excellence Podcast ·

2024/01/19

This week, we’re joined by Sarah Carey, School Improvement Lead at Early Excellence, as we explore the impactful Early Excellence Roadshow, a full-day training event for school leaders, EYFS leads and early years teams. Discover key insights on effective practices, learning environments, and the roadshow's focus on professional dialogue.Find Out More and Book Your Place on an Early Excellence Roadshow EventExplore our CPD and Webinar ProgrammeWatch one of our Free Training Videos

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46:59

The Magic of Puppets: Interview with Nigel Plaskitt

Early Excellence Podcast ·

2024/01/12

Nigel Plaskitt discusses his career in film and television, including his work on Labyrinth and Muppet Christmas Carol. He also talks about the magic of puppets and their use with young children, highlighting the educational and emotional benefits. Nigel tells us all about his recent work on the children's show Monty and Co., which aims to teach children about differences and resolving conflicts in a gentle and humorous way.Find out more about Monty and Co.Explore our Books and Puppets Resource

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54:57

Celebrating Outdoor Learning: Interview with Sarah...

Early Excellence Podcast ·

2023/12/08

In our last episode before Christmas, we’re joined by Sarah Watkins as we celebrate the fantastic learning possibilities of the outdoors.Order your copy of our Early Excellence Guide to Outdoor ProvisionRead our Early Excellence Blog - The Fantastic Possibilities of Learning Outdoors in Cold, Wet and Windy WeatherConnect with Sarah Watkins on LinkedIn

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46:32

Going International! Interview with Jess Gosling

Early Excellence Podcast ·

2023/12/01

Jess Gosling joins us as our guest for this week’s episode. As an experienced early years teacher working in settings across the world, Jess has lots of key advice and experiences to share.Explore our International Support ServicesFind out more about Jess' work on her website https://jessgoslingearlyyearsteacher.com/

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18:10

The Impact of Effective Room Planning: Interview with...

Early Excellence Podcast ·

2023/11/24

This week, we visit Willerby Carr Lane Primary School in Hull to hear about the Early Excellence room planning process and the impact that their new learning environment has had on the children’s learning.Find out more about our Free Room Planning ServiceWatch our Free Planning Your Environment WebinarShop our Complete Classroom solutions

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44:57

Wonderfully Creative and Playful! A Visit to the...

Early Excellence Podcast ·

2023/11/17

We leave the Early Excellence Studio and head to the beautiful setting of the Yorkshire Sculpture Park for this week’s episode. As part of our visit, we meet Emma Spencer and Kathryn Brame, two of the learning managers at the park. In a wide ranging discussion, Emma and Kathryn discuss their roles in working with young children on the site and also the importance of creative and playful experiences.Interview was recorded in July 2023Find out more about Trap of the Truth, the Erwin Wurm exhibition at

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47:11

Following an Inspiring Journey of Development:...

Early Excellence Podcast ·

2023/11/10

This week, we visit Quinton Church Primary School in Birmingham to hear how their work with Early Excellence has helped the team to put continuous provision at the heart of their practice.Find out more about our Free Room Planning ServiceTake a Virtual Classroom Tour of our Early Excellence Learning EnvironmentsWatch our Free Planning Your Environment Webinar

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01:12:26

Exploring Early Literacy and Phonics Skills:...

Early Excellence Podcast ·

2023/11/03

Nicky Turner, from the Astrea Multi-Academy Trust, joins us in our new Early Excellence studio as we explore the vital importance of supporting early literacy and phonics skills effectively.Book your Place on Early Excellence TrainingVisit our New Early Excellence StudioListen to our Podcast Episode on Brilliant Books and Poems to Inspire Young Writers

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45:37

Gaining an Outstanding Judgement in the EYFS:...

Early Excellence Podcast ·

2023/10/27

Hayley Coupe, from Holmgate Primary School in Derbyshire, joins us for this week’s podcast episode. As part of our conversation, Hayley shares her recent experience of the inspection process.Stay up to date with our Senior Leader Termly BriefingJoin us at one our our Early Excellence Roadshow eventsListen to The Early Excellence Head-to-Head Podcast

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59:23

Self-Regulation at the Heart of Effective Practice

Early Excellence Podcast ·

2023/10/20

Does your practice reflect the value of self-regulation? In this week’s episode, we’re joined by members of the senior team from Rawmarsh Nursery School in Rotherham as we explore the vital importance of nurturing self-regulation skills.Access training on Child Development including Self-RegulationBecome an Early Excellence Partner SchoolExplore Continuous Provision Inside Out

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48:30

A Loving Pedagogy with Tamsin Grimmer

Early Excellence Podcast ·

2023/10/13

Tamsin Grimmer joins us for this week’s episode as we discuss the importance of a loving pedagogy and explore how schools and settings can implement this approach.Find out more about Tamsin’s workAccess Continuous Provision Inside OutJoin us for one of our many Early Excellence Roadshow events

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29:21

Rethinking Dough Play

Early Excellence Podcast ·

2023/10/06

How effective is your dough area? In this week’s episode, we’re joined by our very own Llewella Ivins as we explore some key considerations.Find out more about our Inside Out suite of materialsExplore our curated resources for your Dough AreaDiscover our Free Audits and Planning Guides

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34:28

The Fantastic Possibilities of Sand Play

Early Excellence Podcast ·

2023/09/29

This week we’re joined by Llewella Ivins, Early Excellence Curriculum Consultant, as we discuss the benefits that sand play provides for young children and also how to create an inspirational sand area in your setting.Read our Blog "The Importance of the Sand Area in Indoor Continuous Provision"Find out more about creating an effective wet sand area with Inside OutFind out more about creating an effective dry sand area with Inside Out

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01:06:40

Exploring Creative, Child-Centred Approaches at Manor...

Early Excellence Podcast ·

2023/09/22

In this week’s episode, we revisit Manor Wood Foundation Stage in Leeds to hear all about their wonderfully creative, child-centred approaches in the EYFS.Listen to part 1 of our interview with the Manor Wood teamRead our blog on Building on Children’s InterestsDevelop your practice with Early Excellence

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