Altering assumptions

Altering assumptions

Helen Gilbert Outdated misconceptions may be causing some childcare settings to shy away from welcoming children with Down syndrome. But early years providers are ideally placed to help children with the condition to flourish. George McCullagh, the oldest person in...
An apprenticeship success story

An apprenticeship success story

Ka Lai Brightley-Hodges, Head of Membership and Marketing National Apprenticeship week brings together businesses and apprentices across the country to shine a light on the positive impact that apprenticeships make to individuals, businesses and the wider economy. The...
Learning for life – CPD is your tool

Learning for life – CPD is your tool

Lucy Lewin, PACEY Trustee   My journey into registered childcare began in 2009 when I became a childminder.  I knew that this was going to be an exciting adventure as I had been looking after friends children during school holidays for a few years before and...