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S5E213 Making Space for Play - A Conversation with Eugene Minogue
Play isn't a luxury — so why does it keep getting pushed to the margins?Re-release: Originally aired on 20 Feb 2026Eugene Minogue, Interim Executive Director at Play England, joins us to discuss why…
S5E212 Exploring Transition and Pace with Dixie-Louise Dexter
Dixie-Louise Dexter joins us for this week’s episode as we explore effective transition processes and the value of slowing down the pace.Episode LinksExplore our Transition to Year 1 BlogDiscover our…
S5E211 Premature Birth, Development and Early Support with Caroline Woodman
What do educators really need to know about supporting children born prematurely?Re-release: Originally aired on 7 Mar 2025Caroline Woodman joins us this week as we explore the impact of premature…
S5E210 Anji Inspired Play with Patana School in Bangkok
Gemma Wales and Sarah Gaughan from Patana School in Bangkok join us for this week’s episode. We discuss how their early years practice has been inspired by Anji Play and discuss key aspects such as…
S5E209 Creativity, Culture and the Child with Gemma Shadid
What does child-centred creative practice really look like in the early years?Re-release: Originally aired on 9 May 2025In this episode, Gemma Shadid joins us to explore the power of child-centred…
S5E208 The Can Do Approach to Supporting Speech, Language and Communication Skills with Joanne Jones
Speech Therapist and online educator Joanne Jones joins us on the podcast this week. We discuss positive approaches to supporting speech, language and communication skills in young children.Episode…
S5E207 Developing an Inspiring Forest Schools Site with Charnwood Nursery and Preschool Group
Listen in as we’re joined by Jess Watson and Claire Curtis from the Charnwood Nursery and Preschool Group and discuss all things forest schools. We explore the development of their forest school…
S5E206 The Power of a Great Room Plan with Holme Valley Primary School
What does a transformative learning environment actually look like when a room plan really comes together? Re-release: Originally aired on 16 May 2025In this episode, we chat with Rachel Stephenson…
S5E205 Early Talk for York with Rachel Shearer and Martin Cumming
This week, we’re joined by Rachel Shearer and Martin Cumming as we discuss a citywide initiative in York aimed at closing the communication and language gap in young children.Episode LinksExplore the…
S5E204 Getting Two Year Old Practice Right with Dulwich College in Shanghai
What does truly high-quality education for two year olds actually look like in practice?Re-release: Originally aired on 5 Sep 2025In this episode, Andy Burt speaks with Gemma Stanton and Kate Kelly…
S5E203 The Outdoor Classroom with Kathryn Solly
What does creating an inspiring outdoor space actually look like in early years settings?Re-release: Originally aired on 16 Jan 2026In this episode, we explore the key features of effective practice…
S5E202 Visual Arts in Early Childhood Settings with Dr Gai Lindsay
Dr Gai Lindsay joins us this week on the podcast as we explore the rich learning opportunities provided by visual art experiences. We discuss the wonderful nature of creative experiences for young…
S5E201 Exploring BBC Bitesize
In this episode, Jonathan Tremewan and Jess Denning from the BBC Bitesize team join us as we explore their recent projects and resources to inspire young learners.Episode LinksExplore BBC…
S5E200 Birth to 5 Matters with Nancy Stewart
In this, our 200th Episode, we’re joined by Nancy Stewart. We explore Nancy’s career at the forefront of early years education and also the new updated version of Birth to 5 Matters.Episode…
S5E199 Wonderwood: Outdoor Learning in the Early Years with Claire Underwood
What happens when you take early years learning outside the classroom — and into the woods?Re-release: Originally aired on 24 Oct 2025Claire Underwood shares her journey in early years education,…
S5E198 Designing Inspirational Learning Opportunities with Emma Weston
Emma Weston is our guest for this week’s episode of the podcast. Emma is a Learning Designer at Verso International School in Bangkok. As part of the conversation, Emma takes us on a tour of their…
S5E197 Exploring the Vital Importance of Play with Eugene Minogue, Interim Executive Director, Play England
This week, we’re joined by Eugene Minogue, Interim Executive Director at Play England. We discuss the vital importance of play and the barriers to it within society. We also explore what needs to…
S5E196 Navigating Change in Mixed-Age Classes: Challenges for Schools and Leaders
In this episode, Anne Brass and Kate Gingles join us to discuss mixed-age classes and the complexities schools face when change is driven by necessity rather than vision. The conversation explores…
S5E195 Effective Outdoor Learning in the EYFS – Key Principles with Evan McCormick
Practical guidance for planning, resourcing, and delivering high-quality outdoor learning in the EYFS.Re-release: Originally aired on 15 Nov 2024In this episode, Evan McCormick explores the key…
S5E194 Navigating Ofsted Inspections: Insights from a Pilot School
This week, we’re joined by Leanne Foster as we discuss her experience of a pilot Ofsted inspection at her school. We discuss the focus on the EYFS and the conversations that Leanne and her team had…
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