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Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedReflecting on Physical Development in the EYFS and Primary EducationStephen chats with Andrew Cartwright and Ben Carr who are the Co-Directors of the North East Coaching Company. They discuss the importance of children being engaged and enjoying physical activity as well as why teaching PE in primary schools can cause anxiety.2025-05-1551 min
Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedFinding flexibility in education and school – what is possible?Ben and Jules chat with Sarah Sudea, founder of Finding the Flex, about flexischooling, what this can look like in a school, and what the benefits are for children, families and educators of learning in flexible ways.
You can find Sarah's website below along with some useful links discussed in the podcast:
https://eyfs.info/forums/topic/54807-podcast-episode-finding-flexibility-in-education-and-school-%E2%80%93-what-is-possible/2023-11-3037 min
Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedHow can we support children to live in an ever-changing digital world?Ben and Jules chatted with Hannah Clifford, founder of Seren Kids, which provides children and adults with digital skills and e-safety knowledge. Hannah shares ideas about how to talk with children about e-safety, how to teach children to have a creative and healthy relationship with the digital world, and what families and educators can do to increase their own understanding.
Hannah has kindly provided us with loads of links to information and resources, which you can find in our article below:
https://eyfs.info/forums/topic/54764-podcast-episode-how-can-we-support-children-to-live-in-an-ever-changing-digital-world/2023-10-1949 min
Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedTeaching in a British International SchoolAnya and Ben are joined by Charlotte Rands, Head of Primary at the British International School of Stockholm. They discuss the joys and challenges of working in a British International School and tips on making the most of working abroad.
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Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedWhy we need to value early childhood and the educators within itHelen talks to Claire Kenyon, owner of The Children's Garden in Norwich and co-founder of Early Years Equality. They discuss Claire's experiences working in the early years for over 20 years and how the sector needs respect and recognition, ditching the 'childcare' label once and for all.
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Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedThe role of a nannyStephen and Jules are joined by expert nanny Shada Lambert to discuss how nannies become part of the ‘parenting team’, supporting families to develop routines, and the importance of a knowledge of child development in a child-centred approach.
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Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedThe importance of community-based centresJules chats with Suma Din about the support community-based centres offer families: from signposting them to services such as health or library and IT support, to involving parents/carers in their child’s learning and development, and providing new mothers with community and connection.
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Music by Jay Ma...2023-03-0933 min
Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedAll about MetacognitionJules chats with teacher, consultant and author, Anoara Mughal, about Metacognition. Anoara explains the connections between self-regulation, growth mindset and metacognition, the role motivation plays in learning, and why we need to explicitly teach metacognition.
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http://www.youtube.com/c/ourmusicbox2023-02-2333 min
Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedA Reading for Pleasure pedagogyJules and Jack are joined by Kiran Satti to talk about a whole school approach to reading for pleasure, the importance of educators reading aloud to children, social reading environments, and the role of fluency.
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http://www.youtube.com/c/ourmusicbox2023-02-0948 min
Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedNeurodiversity affirming practice in Speech and Language TherapyIn this week's podcast, Stephen chats to Ruth Jones who is a Speech and Language Therapist based in Wiltshere. They discuss how Ruth's core practice has developed over time, how we can start addressing ableism in our schools and the importance of connection over compliance.
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Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedThe joy and challenges of becoming a parentJamel Carly Campbell chats with Ben about becoming a parent, and all that a child brings to the family.
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http://www.youtube.com/c/ourmusicbox2023-01-1232 min
Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedUnpacking the new NPQEYL qualificationHelen and Jules chat with Gareth Conyard, Director of Education at the Teacher Development Trust. They discuss the new NPQEYL qualification, including how the course is delivered and funded, as well as the importance of high quality CPD in the Early Years.
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Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedSTEM in the early yearsJules chats with Natalie Bent and Denhue Harris about STEM in the early years. They discuss the importance of introducing STEM at an early age, how educators and families can nourish STEM in their little learners, and how much creativity and imagination is a part of STEM.
Natalie and Denhue run a children’s book publishing business and early years hub about STEM, called Little Scholars Playground:
https://littlescholarsplayground.com/
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Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedReflecting on the SEND Green PaperHelen and Stephen chat with Dame Christine Lenehan about her role as the Director of the Council for Disabled Children, the SEND Green Paper and the current challenges facing the SEND sector.
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http://www.youtube.com/c/ourmusicbox2022-11-1034 min
Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedThe revised EYFS: one year onHelen talks to HMIs Phil Minns and Wendy Ratcliff about the revised EYFS curriculum, observations, and monitoring children's progress.
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http://www.youtube.com/c/ourmusicbox2022-10-2725 min
Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedEmbedding a culture of wellbeing in the Early Years workplaceStephen and Jules talk with consultant and author Kate Moxley about Mental Health in the Early Years workplace. Kate shares the origins of Early Years Wellbeing Week, and discusses the importance of mental health literacy, and what we can do collectively to enact change.
Visit the Early Years Wellbeing website and our forum post on wellbeing week here:
https://earlyyearswellbeingweek.co.uk/
https://eyfs.info/forums/topic/54177-early-years-wellbeing-week-2022/
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For more information on Tapestry please visit our website...2022-10-1341 min
Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedSupporting children and families who are English LearnersAnya and Jules chat with Ana Elisa Miranda, who shares her own experience of learning new languages, what educators can do to welcome children and families who are learning English, and how being bi/multilingual/literate enriches a child’s experience of the world.
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Music by Jay Ma...2022-09-2939 min
Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedA closer look at phonics and pre-phonicsBen and Jules chat with early years and phonics specialist Emma Spiers about the important developmental steps that support children’s phonics, looking at the progression in the stories and songs you use with early years children, and making the most of your resources.
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Music by Jay Ma...2022-09-1543 min
Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedReflecting on the first year at schoolBen and Jules chat with Jannah Hayah, looking back at the first year of school for her son, Musa, who has Down Syndrome. Jannah shares how it felt during those early days last September watching Musa get on the school bus, how important it is for educators to build relationships with families, and what she has noticed about Musa’s development over the year.
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Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedDevelopmental play with babies and young childrenStephen and Jules chat with developmental play specialist Carly Budd about what early play looks like, the link between physical development and social and emotional development, and the importance of playfulness.
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http://www.youtube.com/c/ourmusicbox2022-07-2139 min
Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedWriting stories for childrenJules chats with children’s author Maisie Chan about where she starts with a new story, the intergenerational relationships in her books Danny Chung Does Not Do Maths and Keep Dancing, Lizzie Chu, how stories can be a way into other lives but they can also erase and marginalise, and how stories help children to develop empathy.
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Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedReflecting on representation and language about disabilityBen and Jules chat with disability lifestyle blogger Gem Hubbard about her lived experience as a disabled person, the impact of representation and the power of the language used to talk about disability.
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http://www.youtube.com/c/ourmusicbox2022-06-2329 min
Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedDeveloping a loving pedagogy in early years settingsJules is joined by Tamsin Grimmer to discuss love in early years practice. They chat about why we sometimes hold back from using the word ‘love’ in relation to our practice, and about noticing children’s ‘love languages’ and the importance of ‘holding children in mind’.
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Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedThe importance of an oracy rich learning environmentJules and Ben chat with education consultant Sejal Payne about oracy: its link with literacy, how it supports children’s learning across their development and curriculum, and what educators need to consider for children who are bi/multilingual.
For further reading and resources related to this podcast episode, follow this link:
https://eyfs.info/forums/topic/54070-podcast-the-importance-of-an-oracy-rich-learning-environment/
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Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedA look at the bigger picture for SENDJules and Stephen are joined by teacher, senior leader, and consultant Audrey Pantelis to talk about some of the challenges for children, families and educators living and learning with SEND, and putting the child at the centre of our practice.
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Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedThe Reflection ToolkitThis week Stephen chats to Ann Lowe, an EY Inclusion Officer at Doncaster Council. They discuss the new Reflection Toolkit they have worked on together and how they hope it will lead to more child-centred assessment of children with learning differences and disabilities. You can find the reflection toolkit here: https://tapestry.info/reflection-toolkit.html
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Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedPractice and provision in receptionHelen talks to Laura Bimson about how she's adapted her curriculum, learning environment and observations system this year, in the light of the revised EYFS.
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http://www.youtube.com/c/ourmusicbox2022-04-1330 min
Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedReflecting on the role of support staffAnya and Jules went to see Aimee Durning, MBE, at the University of Cambridge Primary School where Aimee is Director of Inclusion and Community. They discussed the changes in the role of support staff, enabling a collaborative approach to teaching and learning between all adults in a school, and the importance of creating a learning community.
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Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedReflecting on the Early YearsBen and Jules are joined by David Wright, co-founder of PaintPots Nurseries. They talk about meeting the challenges in early years education; developing a curriculum and making observations; and shaping our pedagogy around the unique child.
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Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedOpening up outdoor learningJules talks with writer, educator and parent Naomi Clarke about what outdoor learning offers children, how it has evolved, the representation children see in outdoor educators and spaces, and the impact of this on educators, children and families.
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http://www.youtube...2022-03-0329 min
Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedBlack male teachers – wanted, needed or both?Ben and Jules talk with teachers Johnoi Josephs and Albert Adeyemi, founders of Black Men Teach. They discuss the importance of mentoring, creating support networks, and outreach work, to support the recruitment and retention of Black male teachers, and why this is important for all of us.
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Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedFrom early years to young adults – transitions and representation in educationJules talks with Adam Vasco, who leads the Early Years Post Graduate route at Liverpool John Moores University, about the importance of the Reception year, decolonising and diversifying our curriculum and education spaces, and Adam’s research work with local Sixth Form students who are making choices about what to do next in their lives.
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Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedReflecting on AbleismThis week Stephen chats with Emily Lees and Kerry Murphy about the importance of the language that we use, everyday examples of ableism and how we can be an ally for neurodivergent children.
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http://www.youtube.com/c/ourmusicbox2022-02-1050 minPodcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedReflecting on how we can be more open and accepting within our teams and workspaces.This week, Jules and Anya reflect back on four podcast episodes, exploring how we can take care of ourselves and each other, to create a community where everyone can bring their whole-selves to work.
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http://www.youtube.com/c/ourmusicbox2022-02-0346 min
Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedReflecting on early years learning environmentsBen and Jules chat with early years teacher and consultant Anneka Russell, founder of JEKA Play. They talk about physical and emotional learning environments, what we can learn from children about the spaces they use, and the important role of pack-away settings in our communities.
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Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedSupporting children with SEND, their families and their educators.This week, Catherine McLeod MBE, CEO of Dingley's Promise, returns to the FSF /Tapestry podcast, covering current issues within the early years sector for children with SEND.
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http://www.youtube.com/c/ourmusicbox2022-01-2029 min
Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedWelcoming a Persona Doll into your setting’s communityJules chats with Persona Doll trainers and consultants Meeta and Robb Johnson about how persona dolls can create spaces for discussing diversity and inclusion, how they support emotional literacy and problem solving, and what educators need to think about when introducing a persona doll to their children.
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Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedKeeping early years and primary educators well-informed through a highly respected magazineThis week, Jules and Helen talk to Nursery World editor, Karen Faux, about the strengths and challenges within the early years sector, and how key stage 1 teachers can benefit from an understanding of early years pedagogy and practice.
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Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedSupporting children and parents through transition periodsThis week, Jack and Jules talk with Jo Fitzgerald about the impact and importance of different transitional periods, strategies to help support the process and what good practice can look like.
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http://www.youtube.com/c/ourmusicbox2021-12-0942 min
Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedAlternative Fairy Tales and reimagining the cannon of ‘classics’ in children’s literatureJules and Jack chat with primary teacher Kiran Satti about why we need to diversify the narrative in our classrooms from an early age, the alternative fairy tales that offer new and powerful messages, and how literature nurtures empathy and compassion in young children.
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Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedThe important work of a children's hospiceBen and Jules chat with Jack, Activity Team Leader at Chestnut Tree House, a children's hospice in West Sussex, about the experiences for the children during their stay.
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http://www.youtube.com/c/ourmusicbox2021-11-2520 min
Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedDeveloping a unique, progressive early years curriculumHelen talks to N Family Club's Chief Strategy Officer, Sarah Mackenzie, about N's innovative early learning programme which prepares children for our ever-changing world.
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http://www.youtube.com/c/ourmusicbox2021-11-1829 min
Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedWonder wobbles in the Learning PitHelen and Jules chat with Jill Nottingham, co-author of 'School’s Out, Learning’s In: Home-Learning Activities to Keep Children Engaged, Curious and Thoughtful', about the theory of the Learning Pit, encouraging children to step out of their learning comfort zone, and how cognitive conflict leads to longer-lasting learning.
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Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedWhat we can learn from FroebelStephen and Jules chat with Dr Stella Louis about Friedrich Froebel and how his understanding of child development and the role of the adult is hugely relevant to early years teaching and learning today. You can find the Froebel Trust website below:
https://www.froebel.org.uk/
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Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedThe importance of representation in our resourcesThis week Stephen is joined by the owners of 3 companies who create resources with the aim of increasing diversity and representation for our young children - 'Super Sapiens', 'Little Omo' and 'Philly & Friends'. They discuss the reasons they started their businesses, the products they have created and what nurseries and schools need to be doing.
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Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedStep away from the assessment criteriaThis week, Helen and Ben talk to Tilly Browne about the revised EYFS and new Development Matters and how she has implemented a much-reduced assessment system to monitor children's progress.
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http://www.youtube.com/c/ourmusicbox2021-10-1425 min
Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedThe Happy Mums FoundationIn this episode Helen talks to Katherine Dalgliesh and Sarah Penn about the variety of support they offer to mothers who are at risk of, or are experiencing, mental health problems, and also about the training they offer to early years practitioners to support those mothers.
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Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedReflecting on identity, diversity and inclusionJules is joined by Dr Chandrika Devarakonda, author of Promoting Inclusion and Diversity in Early Years Settings. They discuss layers of identity, visible and invisible diversity, intersectionality, and seeing the strengths in every child.
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Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedHow we can support young children through transitions and changeAnya and Jules talked with Sonia Mainstone-Cotton about everyday transitions, how educators and families can help very young children build resources to manage change, and why adults need to consider their own wellbeing and experiences and the impact they can have on children. They also discuss how much information to share with children at times of greater change, such as bereavement or changes in family life.
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For more information on Tapestry please visit our website or contact...2021-09-1658 min
Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedBuilding communities of practiceJules is joined by Angelica Celinska, editor of EYE to talk about what it means to be a critical consumer of research, how we access CPD, and building communities of practice to support our learning.
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http://www.youtube.com/c/ourmusicbox2021-09-0950 min
Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedCPD - A look back at what our guests have discussedThis week, Ben and Jack look back at some previous podcasts and reflect on some valuable conversations around CPD.
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http://www.youtube.com/c/ourmusicbox2021-08-0537 min
Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedWhy do we need to expand our definition of CPD?Stephen and Jules chat with Kerry Payne about how we consume CPD, how educators can take responsibility for their own professional development and build their own personal pedagogy and the importance of curious conversations with our colleagues.
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Intro Song: Rising Spirits
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http://www.youtube.com...2021-07-2941 min
Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedA conversation with Ofsted on the revised EYFSThis week Helen speaks with HMI Phil Minns and HMI Wendy Ratcliff. With the revised EYFS becoming statutory from September 2021, we wanted to clarify some questions raised in the Early Years community around curriculum design and documentation, observations and monitoring, and what inspectors are likely to focus on. We also discussed progression skills and how we can ensure all children make good progress in their learning and development.
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Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedChallenging gender stereotypesJack and Jules chat with Bilkis Miah, founder and CEO of You Be You, an organisation working with schools and parents to break down gender stereotypes. Bilkis tells us about the work done by You Be You, the importance of training and support for educators, and explains why we need to start challenging gender stereotypes with children at a young age.
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Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedThe other side of the doorThis week Jules talks with Suma Din. Suma is the author of the book Muslim mothers and their children’s schooling, and was a speaker at the Tapestry Education Conference: Reflecting on Parental Engagement. For her presentation, Suma spoke to three minority mums about their experience, and in this conversation Jules and Suma reflect on one of the mum’s narratives.
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Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedReflective leadership in actionStephen and Jules chat with Adam Marycz, manager of an early years setting and wraparound care, about what you can learn from being a manager who also works in ratio, the importance of seeking out accessible CPD in different ways, and reflecting on the changes in the EYFS as September approaches.
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Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedWhy we all need to learn MakatonJules and Ben chat with Jannah Hayah about learning Makaton with her son, Musa, how communication is not just about words, and what adults need to remember when working with children with Downs Syndrome.
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Intro Song: Rising Spirits
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http://www.youtube.com/c/ourmusicbox2021-05-2737 min
Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedGender Friendly PracticeThis week, Stephen and Jules chat to Barbara Adzajlic and Susie Heywood, who established the organisation Gender Friendly Scotland. They believe in a whole nursery approach to gender stereotyping which aims to ensure that children and staff in early years settings are not in any way limited because of their gender.
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Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedReflecting on our Learning EnvironmentThis week Stephen chats to Laura England who is an Early Years teacher, award winning author and podcast host. Laura discusses high quality environments, how environment and pedagogy link and gives her thoughts on how social media has impacted the way we set up our spaces.
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Intro Song: Rising Spirits
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Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedHow a trauma informed approach can support childrenAnya and Jules chat with Simmone Boyce, who is currently in her third year studying psychotherapeutic counselling. Simmone discusses how using a trauma informed approach can enable adults to connect with children, reframing our responses, being curious, having empathy, and allowing the child to feel seen and listened to.
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Intro Song...2021-05-0637 min
Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedA closer look at curriculum developmentHelen and Jules chat with LA Advisor, trainer and consultant Ruth Swailes about developing a curriculum, evolving and using your child development knowledge to support this, and starting from what works well in your setting and practice.
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http://www.youtube.com...2021-04-2948 min
Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedCreating a gender inclusive environment in your settingStephen and Jules chat with early years educator and SENCO Fifi Benham about the importance of reflection as you work towards creating a gender inclusive environment in your setting, looking closely at the story content of children’s books, having discussions about gender-based statements with children, and thinking about the language that we use.
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Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedCreating a supportive community of educators with Black Teachers ConnectStephen and Jules chatted with Rhia Gibbs, Founder and CEO of Black Teachers Connect. They discussed why community and connection is so important for Black educators, and for all educators. Why it is vital that Black children see themselves represented in those who teach them, and why it is important for white children to have Black teachers as we reflect on the society we hope for our children’s future. Rhia also talked about how Diversity and Excellence come together.
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Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedMovement and Active Play in the Early YearsTania Swift, physical development expert and founder of b inspired, discusses the impact of physical activity on children's development. She offers advice on incorporating inclusive physical activities into all areas of the EYFS, and outlines what children need to become proficient in the physical skills of balance, coordination and spatial awareness.
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Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedCombining knowledge and creativity to make effective sensory resourcesStephen and Jules chat with Joanna Grace, founder of The Sensory Projects, about the importance of knowing how to use the sensory resources you have, being reflective in your practice, how to listen with all your senses, and why the best sensory resources are tailored to the individual child.
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Intro Song...2021-03-1837 min
Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedInclusion and diverse teaching in early yearsBen and Jack chat with Aaron Bradbury Coffey, chair of the LGBTQIA+ Early Years Working group. They discuss the launch of the magazine and the importance and reasons for ensuring that our teaching in early years is as inclusive and diverse as possible.
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Intro Song: Rising Spirits
Music by Jay Man...2021-03-1132 min
Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedThe importance of mentoringListen to primary school teacher and special educational needs coordinator, Manny Awoyelu as we talk about his work as a primary school teacher, SEND coordinator and Director of The Reach Out Project, working with young people living in inner-city London.
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Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedHow to get your practice and provision right for every childJo Caswell is an early years consultant with almost 30 years in the sector as a teacher, day nursery manager, local authority advisor, and Ofsted inspector. She now runs her own consultancy ‘JLC Early Years Consultancy’, hoping to drive improvement in the early years settings she visits. Today we spoke about how to get your practice and provision right for every child, as well as the qualities and approaches of the most effective leaders.
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Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedAction Jackson - The importance of self-belief and leaving a heart print on those around you.Let your day be filled with sunshine as you listen to Action Jackson talk about the importance of self-belief and leaving a heart print on those around you.
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Intro Song: Rising Spirits
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Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedBring your whole self to workThis week, Jules and Jack speak to Gareth who shares his experience on adopting a "bring your whole self to work" ethos. We discuss the possible barriers and numerous benefits of being a more authentic version of yourself at work. As well as some sage advice for anyone thinking about pursuing a similar journey.
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Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedUnderstanding children’s language and communication developmentThis week Stephen and Jules chat with Kirstie Page, founder of Launchpad for Literacy. Kirstie explains why it is so important for educators to have a knowledge of language and communication development as well as an understanding of each child, and the value of embedding interventions to make them part of your daily practice.
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Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedEncouraging early writingBen and Jack chat with Martin Williams (@EarlyImpact1), an early years teacher and founder of Early Impact . Taking a look at different ways to encourage children to become confident writers from an early age, Martin shares some simple but effective ways to keep mark making fun. Find out more about Martin's work here: www.earlyimpact.co.uk
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Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedReflecting on normalising diversityJules and Stephen chat with Leon Wenham, who shares his experiences as a black, gay, adoptive father. They discuss the importance of having a supportive community, what settings and schools need to do to recognise and represent every version of family, and the difference between celebrating and normalising diversity.
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Intro Song...2021-01-2126 min
Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedEmbracing children’s rough and tumble playStephen and Jules chat with teachers Rachna Joshi and Carla Jones about the approach to rough and tumble play adopted in their school, prompted by their action research project. They explain why rough and tumble play is so important for children, how they teach it in their PE sessions, and the positive impact this has had on children’s physical and social literacy.
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Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedEarly Adopters discuss their first term of the new EYFSHelen and Ben are joined by admins Vic, Helen and Sharon as well as moderators Corrie, Anna and Kathryn. Together they manage the hugely popular Early Adopters Facebook group. Vic set up the group to support Early Adopters and it has quickly grown to 8000 members, all benefiting from the expertise provided by this enthusiastic bunch of teachers. We spoke about how they managed to adjust to the new framework, and how first term under the new EYFS has been.
If you are an Early Adopter of the new EYFS you can join the Facebook group by following the link below:
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Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedHow Tapestry’s Child Login feature is being used at schoolThis week, Ben and Jules chat with Olivia Dicker, Year 5 teacher at Arundel CofE School to hear how they use Tapestry’s Child Login feature to support independent learning, parental engagement, and the celebration of children’s work throughout the school community.
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Music by Jay Man - OurM...2020-12-1726 min
Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedTeaching with soul – wellbeing and belonging in a school communityBen and Jules talk with experienced Head Teacher and Independent Education Consultant Alison Kriel about wellbeing, recognising what is enough, and the importance of belonging.
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http://www.youtube.com/c/ourmusicbox2020-12-1045 min
Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedLanguage and labels and how they impact childrenStephen and Jules talk with early years consultant Leslie Patterson about the language and labels we use with or about children and the impact this has on them. The conversation covers the measures we use to assess children and ways to explore CPD in settings.
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Intro Song: Rising Spirits
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Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedThe Early Years Sector and Higher EducationHelen and Jack are joined by Annie Richardson, a university lecturer with over 20 years experience in the early years sector
We discuss with Annie her journey, how qualifications in the early years have changed, some of the current challenges in the sector and what needs to change in the future.
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Intro...2020-11-2636 min
Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedWorking with the revised Early Years Foundation Stage: Principles into PracticeThe education team discuss the newly published book Working with the revised Early Years Foundation Stage: Principles into Practice by Dr Julian Grenier.
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http://www.youtube.com/c/ourmusicbox2020-11-1937 min
Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedThe new Development Matters on TapestryThe Education Team chat about the new Development Matters guidance, what it looks like on Tapestry, and the thought process that led to this opportunity for change.
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http://www.youtube.com/c/ourmusicbox2020-11-1245 min
Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedThe Early Years is the jewel in our community’s crown - Jamel Carly-CampbellThis week Jules and Ben chat with early years ambassador Jamel Carly-Campbell. Jamel shares his own journey into the early years, the importance of having mentors, what needs to change to encourage more black men into the sector and the impact early years educators have on the children they work with.
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Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedWhy CPD Is More Important Than EverThis week, Ben and Jack from the education team talk with Jenny Barber - an early years trainer, consultant, and author with over 30 years experience. We discuss the importance of CPD, how things have changed in the current climate, and some top tips on how you can access quality CPD at your setting.
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Twitter...2020-10-2930 min
Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedOne childminder’s journey, ethos and adviceStephen and Jules talk with Doreen Barton from Sounique Child. Doreen shares her experience of running a childminding business and opening a pre-school nursery, encouraging independence in children and connecting with families – listen out for lots of advice for childminders.
You can find more on Sounique Child here: http://www.souniquechild.co.uk/
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Twitter: @Ta...2020-10-2237 min
Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedTransforming lives through early years teaching and learningThis week Jules and Helen are in conversation with Wendy Scott, President of TACTYC and early years representative on the board of NAPE. They discuss Froebel and how his philosophy has influenced Wendy’s work in early education, building relationships with families, starting with the child, and how the early years can transform lives.
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Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedEYFS Early Adopters - your questions answeredHelen and Jules host a Q&A with Dr Julian Grenier, author of the new Development Matters, Gill Jones, HMI and Deputy Director of Schools and Early Education, and Wendy Ratcliff, HMI and Principal Officer for Early Education. They ask questions gathered from teachers about evidencing children’s learning, the role of assessment, and what to say to your SLT.
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For more information on...2020-10-0945 min
Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedChallenging male stereotypes in the childcare sector and putting love at the centre of your practiceThis week Stephen and Jules chatted with Joss Cambridge-Simmons, founder of Jossy Care and known as the UK’s leading ‘super manny’. They discuss how to talk to children about love, building relationships with families and reaching out to Dads, and challenging male stereotypes in the childcare sector.
www.jossycare.co.uk/
www.facebook.com/JossSimmonsTheBrand/
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https://tapestry.info/index...2020-10-0135 min
Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedLooking at what’s at the heart of the new Development Matters and busting some data mythsIn this ‘FSF Special’ we were joined by Julian Grenier, author of the new Development Matters, Gill Jones, HMI and Deputy Director of Schools and Early Education, and Wendy Ratcliff, HMI and Principal Officer for Early Education. Julian talked us through some of the principles underlying the new DMs and busted the myths around assessment. Gill and Wendy talk about what Ofsted is doing this term and how myth-busting on the use of assessment data continues.
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If you enjoy thes...2020-09-251h 15Podcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedGoing to school with an Invisible IllnessThis week Helen and Jules talk with Nina Peters, founder of the Community Interest Company ShieldUs. They discuss how we all need to learn about invisible illnesses to keep children and adults safe and how schools can help.
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http://www.youtube...2020-09-1719 minPodcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedTalking about racism and anti-racism in early years educationThis week Ben and Jules are joined by Liz Pemberton and David Cahn for a conversation about racism, the work that white educators need to do on their own understanding and pedagogy, what being ‘school ready’ means for Black and Brown children, and how we should talk to children about racism.
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Intr...2020-09-1054 minPodcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedGreg Bottrill - The joy of co-playing and the magic of ‘living a story’Our podcast this week finds Stephen and Jules in conversation with Greg Bottrill, author of ‘Can I Go and Play Now?’ and ‘School and the Magic of Children’. They chat about rebranding the language of early years, the wonder of the outdoors, and ‘living a story’ on Adventure Island, a unique and inspirational way to find the joy of co-playing and learning with children in early years and Key Stage.
To find out more about Greg’s work you can visit his website: http://www.canigoandplaynow.com/
You can also find Greg on twitter here: https://twitter.com/canigoandplay?s=09
If you enjoy t...2020-09-0329 minPodcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedThe freedom and adventure of childmindingThis week Helen and Jules chat with Bridgit Brown who runs Pebbles Childcare. They discuss the pedagogy she shares with her co-childminder Chloe Webster, the freedom they have to follow children’s interests each day, their beach school adventures, and building relationships with their families.
Find out more about the work Bridget and Chloe do here http://www.pebbleschildcare.co.uk/
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https://tapestry.in...2020-08-2729 minPodcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedChris Holland - Learning in Nature & The Nature of LearningThis week, Jack and Helen from the Education Team sit down with special guest Chris Holland: a storyteller, nature connection facilitator and didgeridoo player. They discuss how children and adults alike can deepen their connection with, and respect for, nature and how that facilitates growth and learning.
Chris Holland's first book is called 'I love my world - the playful, hands on, nature connection guidebook': https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/0956156622/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i1
If you enjoy these podcasts from the Education Team at Tapestry, make sure to subscribe to be notified when we...2020-08-2051 minPodcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedJulie Fisher - 'Building on' from where children are now: Transition to Year 1Helen, Ben and Jules talk with Julie Fisher about the transition to Year 1, the balance between child led and adult led teaching and learning and nurturing self-worth in every child to enable them to become life long learners.
Julie Fisher's twitter: https://twitter.com/FiJulie
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Music by...2020-08-1352 minPodcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedThe Language ExplorerRebecca Bright, from Therapy Box, and Dr Yvonne Wren, Director of Bristol Speech and Language Therapy Research Unit, join Helen and Stephen to discuss an exciting new project - The Language Explorer - an app that aims to enhance the process for identification of language delay in young children.
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Intro Song...2020-08-0624 minPodcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedGetting the Balance Right - Beatrice Merrick and Nathan ArcherIn this episode Helen and Jules are joined by Beatrice Merrick and Nathan Archer, authors of Getting the Balance Right, a report that examines the tensions between affordable, flexible early years childcare and high quality provision offered by well qualified, highly valued practitioners.
You can find the full report on 'Getting the Balance Right' here: https://www.suttontrust.com/our-research/getting-the-balance-right/
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https://tapestry...2020-07-3035 minPodcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum Limited'Your words build their world' - How parents can support their child's language development with Tiny Happy PeopleJules and Jack chat with Joe McCulloch, executive producer for BBC Education, about Tiny Happy People, the BBC initiative providing a variety of resources for parents and carers to support their child's language development. We hear about the wealth of research behind Tiny Happy People, the families and professionals involved and the vision to improve language development for children.
You can visit the Tiny Happy People website to find out more:
https://www.bbc.co.uk/tiny-happy-people
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...2020-07-1629 minPodcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedReflecting on the educational programmes in the revised EYFSThe education team discuss the educational programmes in the revised EYFS, reflecting on how these programmes could shape early years curriculums in settings.
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http://www.youtube.com/c/ourmusicbox2020-07-0947 minPodcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedResponse to the EYFS consultationThis week we discuss our thoughts and ideas around the educational programs review in light of the consultation final date being at the end of January 2020. What do you think about the proposed changes? Tweet us on @Tapestry_FSF
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http://www.youtube.com/c/ourmusicbox2020-01-1537 minPodcasts from the Foundation Stage Forum LimitedMeet the Tapestry product support teamBefore the Christmas break some of our Tapestry product support team sat down to chat about their role at Tapestry as well as how the last year has gone. Emily, Olaya, Ben and Jack are some of the people you'll probably hear from if you ever get in touch with us at customer.service@eyfs.info !2019-12-1632 min