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Early years insights, activities, summaries and more,
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How advertising your nursery software can help convert parents to sign up
Your nursery software can be the deciding factor for some parents when choosing the right nursery for their child. Knowing...
World Book Day Activities for EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage)
World Book Day is a fantastic opportunity for early years settings to foster a love of reading and storytelling in...
Pancake Day Activities for EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage)
Flip into fun with these exciting Pancake Day activities for EYFS! Pancake Day, also known as Shrove Tuesday, is the perfect...
St. David’s Day Activities for EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage)
Celebrate the vibrant culture of Wales with these fun and educational St. David’s Day activities for EYFS! From exploring Welsh traditions...
Under the Sea Activities for EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage)
Exploring an “under the sea” theme with EYFS children is a wonderful way to introduce them to marine life while...
7 emotional self-regulation strategies to try in early years
‘Self-regulation’ is a well-known phrase in early years. It’s mentioned in the EYFS Framework, Early Learning Goals and the Early...
Achieving EYFS Physical Development Outcomes: The Vestibular System
The vestibular system is one of eight sensory systems. As nursery practitioners, you’ll know a lot about physical development and...
The latest Ofsted inspection summary 2025: 11 things nursery managers should know
The DfE released confirmation about the new Ofsted inspection framework 2025 on the 9th of September. We have an easy-to-read...
Transport Activities for EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage)
Introducing transport-themed activities in an EYFS setting is a fun and interactive way to engage children while promoting learning in...
Goldilocks and the Three Bears Activities for EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage)
The classic tale of Goldilocks and the Three Bears is an excellent way to engage young children in a range...
Why parents choose a nursery in 2025: 12 decision-making factors
Choosing the right nursery is a huge decision for any parent – and in 2025, parents are doing their research,...
Bee Activities for EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage)
Buzz into learning with these engaging bee activities for EYFS! Bees are a fascinating theme to help children explore nature, teamwork,...
Colour Monster Activities for EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage)
The Colour Monster by Anna Llenas is a popular children’s book that explores emotions through colours, making it an excellent resource...
Brand new Medication Forms bring your children’s health into your platform
Yet another brand-new feature built from customer feedback, Ovivio's new Medication Forms help bring all of your children’s information together...
14 Valentine’s Day Activities for toddlers
Valentine’s Day is another opportunity to celebrate in your nursery, but you might feel that your usual traditions may be...
Healthy Eating EYFS Activities to Celebrate Veganuary
It’s Veganuary so why not explore some healthy vegan recipes for kids? Your childcare setting plays an important role in...
What are the statutory requirements for Early Years CPD?
Continuing Professional Development (CPD) in early years isn’t just a ‘nice to have’, it’s a statutory requirement. We know Ofsted...
5 reasons CPD training will matter more in 2025
An element of staff management in business is keeping your staff’s skills and knowledge up to date. Nowhere is that...
What is NoodleNow?
CPD training for your nursery staff. NoodleNow! (the exclamation mark is important) was a leading provider of online training courses,...
16 EYFS First Aid requirements for 2026
An air-tight first aid provision in your nursery is essential for pupil safety and legal compliance. When your nursery is...
Gingerbread Man Activities for EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage)
The story of The Gingerbread Man is a fun and familiar tale that offers a wide range of educational opportunities for EYFS...
Streamline your Early Years activities and Be Inspired with Ovivio Activities
Ovivio's latest new feature born from our team across the pond, Ovivio Activities is here to turn hours of activity...
Take the nursery workplace culture quiz
In a happy nursery, the children thrive, parents feel confident in their choice, and the whole place feels good. That’s...
The self-regulation and executive functioning science your children need you to know
The nurseries that have the best self-regulation provision know something others don’t. They know the science behind how self-regulation skills...