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New Learning Frameworks for the Minding Kids App!

Minding Kids is excited to announce the addition of new development outcomes to our app! 🧡Developmental Pathways 0 to 3 (Wales) For providers caring for children under three in Wales, you can now link observations and children’s progress directly to this early childhood framework. 💙CfE Foundation Milestones (for ASN) Providers in Scotland can now utilise […]

🏫New Term, New Beginnings: Your Essential Checklist

The start of a new term is an exciting time, filled with new beginnings and fresh opportunities. However, it can also be a period of significant planning and preparation. To help you navigate this busy time, Minding Kids has put together this essential checklist to ensure a smooth transition for both you and the children […]

🐅Time to Go WILD!

🦁Roar into Learning with Animal Awareness Days! With International Tiger Day🐅(July 29th), World Lion Day🦁(August 10th), and World Elephant Day🐘 (August 12th) just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to celebrate the incredible creatures that share our planet! Animal awareness days are a fantastic opportunity to raise awareness of endangered species and inspire a […]

Power Up Your Planning with Minding Kids!

In the fast-paced world of childcare, organisation is key to delivering high-quality care. Minding Kids understands the challenges of juggling daily tasks, paperwork, and keeping your setting running smoothly. That’s why we offer a comprehensive suite of planning resources to empower you as a childcare professional! Whether you’re a daily planner or a long-term strategist […]

🎁It’s Give Something Away Day! – Be a WINNER with Minding Kids!

Today (15th July) is Give Something Away Day! A day dedicated to spreading kindness and generosity. Here at Minding Kids, we’re all about supporting childcare providers and educators. That’s why we’re thrilled to announce our NEW free downloadable activity sheet to Spark Olympic Fun! Packed with engaging ideas for movement, teamwork, creativity, and learning, this […]

NEW Development Pathways Pocket Cards!

Master Early Years Development with key milestones and guidance at your fingertips! Supporting children’s development in the early years is paramount. But staying on top of key milestones and effectively monitoring progress can feel overwhelming. We’re thrilled to announce a new addition to our Learning & Development support resources: the Development Pathways (0 to 3) […]

Building Stronger Partnerships: Why Parent Feedback Matters

As childcare providers, we dedicate ourselves to nurturing young minds and fostering a safe, stimulating environment for children to thrive. But how do we know we’re truly hitting the mark? Here’s where regular feedback from parents and carers becomes an invaluable tool. Why Feedback Matters Regularly gathering feedback allows you to see your service through […]

Personalised Learning Journeys Made Easy

Juggling record-keeping with fostering a nurturing environment can feel overwhelming for busy childcare professionals. You know the importance of documenting children’s progress, but finding a system that works for you, your setting, and each unique child can be a challenge. Here at Minding Kids, we empower childminders and early years settings to create personalised learning […]