The early years sector has always been dedicated to providing nurturing, educational environments that support a child’s growth and development....
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Find guidance on running a nursery or school setting, advice on managing people, navigating Ofsted, updates on PeopleBunch and other useful bits and bobs for nurseries and schools
How to recruit the best staff for your nursery
Recruiting the right staff for your nursery is one of the most crucial steps in ensuring a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment. Whether...
From paperwork to digital: Why Nurseries are switching to software solutions.
We’ve been there. We know how for any nursery paperwork can quickly become an overwhelming tasks for both managers and staff. Managing daily...
The Importance Of Risk Assessments In Nurseries
Nurseries play a vital role in shaping the early years of a child's development, providing a nurturing environment where children learn, play, and...
What’s on Manager’s minds?
We have been speaking to managers to discover what their plans are for 2024. The majority are concerned with the new funding which is coming in from...
Manager’s 2023 Highlights
We are all aware of how exhausting and demanding a nursery managers job can be, so we want to celebrate their achievements of 2023 to show how...
Why Managers Leave
Nursery managers play a pivotal role in the early development and education of our youngest minds. Their dedication and passion are essential for...
Top 5 five most common mistakes when conducting employee supervisions.
Failing to prepare We often see managers and supervisors, pushed for time and therefore not preparing for the supervision fully. This sets the...
How using KPI’s can increase staff retention.
In the dynamic and nurturing environment of day nurseries and pre-schools, the retention of dedicated and skilled staff is crucial for providing...
Why Do Practitioners Leave?
The early years in a child's life are foundational, and the role of nursery staff is paramount in shaping these crucial moments. However, we all...
Ofsted Inspections in the Early Years: Key Questions You May Be Asked
An essential part of running a nursery is the Ofsted Inspection. You spend a large amount of time and effort ensuring your nursery is the best it...
How to Maximise Efficiency by Automating Nursery/School Administrative Work
Adapting a system for automating nursery/school administrative work increases efficiency and productivity across the organisation. When workflows...
How Child Care Management Software Saves Hours of Work Each Week
Running a nursery takes a lot of time and effort, so it’s necessary to find ways to save time each day. One of the most recent developments in early...
What to Look for When Choosing Nursery Management Software
As more and more nurseries are making the switch from paper-based management, they’re looking for a paperless, digital nursery management system...