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Early years insights, activities, summaries and more, written by early years experts. All on the Ovivio blog
The new ‘Giving Every Child the Best Start’ strategy summary 2025
The ‘Giving Every Child the Best Start in Life ‘ strategy was launched on the 7th of July 2025, and...
We’re Going on a Bear Hunt Activities for EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage)
Let’s embark on an adventure with We’re Going on a Bear Hunt by Michael Rosen! This beloved story is perfect for encouraging...
Why SEND Early Years Tracking Should Be Different
Inclusion in the early years is a national priority. Nurseries across the country are seeing a consistent rise in the...
All About Me Activities for EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage)
‘All about me’ is a great theme to explore to help children learn more about themselves and the people around them....
Reclaim your time: Ovivio’s ‘Bloom’ AI Writing Assistant is here
AI is on the rise everywhere you look. From OpenAI’s ChatGPT to Microsoft’s Copilot, Google’s Gemini and hundreds of new...
Thoughtful and inclusive updates: Sunshine Nursery’s experience with Ovivio
In August 2025, we spoke to Katie Bateson of Sunshine Nursery in Sunbury. We spoke =about her nursery's use of...
How to teach mutual respect in the early years
You work with young children day in, day out. So, you’ll know better than anyone that no child is born...
How to successfully run a School-Based Nursery
We don’t need to tell you that when it comes to strategic direction, nurseries and schools are poles apart. For...
15 Easy Phonics Games EYFS Settings Love
Between juggling staffing gaps, snack prep and trying to squeeze in a moment to breathe, planning fresh phonics activities EYFS...
Animal Activities for EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage)
Animals are a wonderful theme to spark curiosity, creativity, and learning in young children. These animal activities for EYFS are perfect for...
21 Nursery Practitioner Interview Questions (with Answers)
We all know how tough it is to find that perfect fit in the nursery team. At Ovivio, we’ve worked...
Prevent duty in Early Years: The summary you need to know
40% of all Prevent referrals involve children as the cause of concern. Youth radicalisation is on the rise. As early...
Nursery Funding 2025: What the Changes Mean for Your Setting
Want to know about government childcare funding for 2025? In this article, we cover all you need to know about...
Technology in early education: Making nursery life smoother, smarter, and a little bit simpler
We’d like you to humour us for a moment. Close your eyes and imagine an octopus (let your imagination run...
Supertato Activities for EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage)
Get ready for some action-packed learning with Supertato! This hilarious superhero-themed story by Sue Hendra is perfect for EYFS children,...
Elmer Activities for EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage)
Elmer, the colourful patchwork elephant from David McKee’s beloved children’s book, is a fantastic character to use for a range...
This is what exceptional parent communication looks like
You need to keep it simple to nail excellent communication between your nursery parents and your team. Our expert advice?...
Handa’s Surprise Activities for EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage)
Step into the vibrant world of Handa’s Surprise by Eileen Browne! This colourful tale is a treasure trove of opportunities...
The 5 S’s of school readiness: A framework for nursery managers
We all know school readiness doesn’t start in reception. It happens during their time at nursery. Your team guides them...
Activities for school readiness: Advice from a headteacher
When a child leaves your nursery ‘school-ready’, their chances of successful life outcomes are up to 11 times higher (particularly...
Room on the Broom Activities for EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage)
Let’s take flight into the magical world of Room on the Broom! This much-loved tale by Julia Donaldson is perfect for...
Three new frameworks means even more unique learning pathways through Ovivio
Often requested and finally here – Ovivio now has both Welsh frameworks and a special SEND framework designed with the...
14 Earth Day activities to celebrate Earth Day 2026 at your nursery
Earth Day 2026 is on the 22nd April (as it is every year). Nurseries and schools around the world can...
Eid Activities for EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage)
Celebrate the joyous festival of Eid with fun, engaging, and meaningful activities that help early years children explore different cultures...