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In preparation for the NEW EYFS Framework which will be statutory for all Early Years providers in ENGLAND from September, we have added new EYFS Outcomes to the MindingKids APP! ✅Link observations and activities for individual children OR for your entire group to the areas of learning and development, whilst considering the characteristics of effective […]

This Thursday (4th March 2020) is World Book Day! A perfect opportunity to explore stories, support literacy skills and encourage children to read and enjoy the pleasures of books! If you are looking for some inspiration or new ideas to promote learning through the fun of stories… Visit Kids Club English for songs, teaching tips, […]

Following a continued suppression of the coronavirus figures, schools in Scotland and Wales are already welcoming back their youngest pupils, and schools across England are expected to re-open in just a couple of weeks. As this will again increase the risk of community transmission as more families come into contact, it is vital that we […]

Keeping organised is essential when you are running childcare service so finding ways to manage your setting that work for YOU is key! Wouldn’t life be so much easier if we could record information all in one place?  These Weekly Organiser Sheets will allow you to: Record mandatory information as required by the conditions of […]

Our seasonal news updates summarise the latest childcare news plus which MindingKids resources have been added or revised so you can easily keep on track and up to date. With lockdown restrictions remaining in place up and down the country and the cold and darkness of winter still upon us, 2021 has been tuff so […]

With lots of special dates and festivals this month, don’t forget to download these FREE Activity Ideas Sheets for some fun learning inspiration. Chinese New Year is celebrated on 12th of this month followed by Valentine’s Day then Pancake Day on 16th February! All our FREE Activity Ideas Sheets link to the areas of learning and […]

Calling all new recruits!📣 We have now updated our FREE Step by Step Childminder Registration Guides for Scotland, England and Wales! If you are thinking seriously about starting up your own childminding business, you have come to the right place!  Whether you are looking for a complete career change, already enjoy working with children or […]

Read All About It! We have revamped and refreshed our Newsletter Template Pack! Now includes a selection of Monthly, General and Learning Framework templates in addition to Seasonal Newsletter templates allowing you to keep families informed as well as share important news and reminders. Complete and print out to hand to families, display on your noticeboard OR for a paperless solution, save […]

The clock is ticking! The deadline for completing your HMRC Self Assessment Tax Return is looming.  Have you submitted yours?   If you have already completed yours well done for being organised but remember that you must pay any tax due by midnight on 31st January to avoid a penalty. Feeling a bit lost when it […]