Early signs of Spring for Early Years children
Check out how to spot early signs of spring and turn them into meaningful, playful learning moments with your little learners.
Katie Taylor
Outdoor construction play for early years
Outdoor construction play for early years, check out our ideas here...
Expert tips for creating inclusive environments
We asked three SEND experts for real life examples of how they have created an inclusive environment and the impact this has had on the children in the setting. Read on to find out ...
Musical Instruments For Early Years
Check out these activities designed by our specialists to integrate music seamlessly into the Expressive Arts and Design (EAD) and Physical Development (PD) areas of learning, building strong foundations in rhythm, listening, and creativity.
Unlocking Creativity Through Storytelling
Stories don’t just entertain they build language, spark imagination, and create connections. Article by Caroline Rodgers
The ‘Best Start in Life’ Strategy – Strengthening Reception and Early Years Learning
Government launches £400m plan to improve early years and Reception learning. Findel explores what this means for schools.
Early Years Funding and Wage Challenges in 2025
Rising wages and unspent local funds put early years settings under strain. Findel examines how providers can adapt.
Messy play: Malleable materials for early years
Learning opportunities that come from using malleable materials in play.
Preschool Activities
Roleplay and interaction activities that help children build essential skills for later life.
Effective Early Years Numicon Activities
Sheila O’Reilly shares with us her favourite Numicon activities for preschool and beyond.
Discover The Power of Light in Early Years Education
Discover the power of illumination for Early Years education.
Creating Christmas Nature Art with Flour and Natural Materials
Take creative activities outdoors at Christmas time for a whole new world of learning that isn’t always possible indoors.