Early Excellence Podcast

Early Excellence Podcast

Early Excellence

Episodes 200
Avg. Duration 46m
Activity Highly Active
Since Dec 2021
Latest Episode Jun 2026

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About This Podcast

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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Recent Episodes

S5E213 Making Space for Play - A Conversation with Eugene Minogue

Jun 12, 2026 42m

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

Jun 05, 2026 48m

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

May 29, 2026 43m

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

May 22, 2026 41m

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

May 15, 2026 53m

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

May 08, 2026 42m

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

May 01, 2026 46m

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

Apr 24, 2026 40m

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

Apr 17, 2026 48m

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

Apr 10, 2026 48m

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

Apr 03, 2026 53m

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

Mar 27, 2026 1h 10m

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

Mar 20, 2026 44m

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

Mar 13, 2026 45m

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

Mar 06, 2026 42m

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

Feb 27, 2026 50m

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

Feb 20, 2026 43m

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

Feb 13, 2026 49m

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

Feb 06, 2026 46m

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

Jan 30, 2026 37m

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…

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does Early Excellence Podcast have?

Early Excellence Podcast has published 200 episodes since December 2021, covering topics in Courses, Education.

Is Early Excellence Podcast still active?

Early Excellence Podcast is currently highly active with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 46m.

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