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Did you know that the first few years of life are like rocket fuel for a child's brain? Every moment counts, shaping how they learn, behave, and grow. 💡 Foundations for Flourishing: Positive Relationships: Loving, responsive interactions with caregivers build secure attachments, crucial for emotional and social growth. Stimulating Environment: Play, reading, and diverse experiences spark neural connections, boosting cognitive development. Consistency and Routine: Predictable routines provide security, empowering kids to explore and learn with confidence. Investing in these enriching early experiences helps children build strong brain foundations, setting them up to thrive in every way. Let’s create nurturing environments where every child can shine! 🌟 Our Parent Education content portal is now up and running with regular video updates and snippets, containing real insights that help you navigate through the early years of education. Find out more here: https://lnkd.in/dPbJpCx2 🧠 Parents enrolled in one of the KFG Nurseries (Redwood , Odyssey or Willow ) have exclusive free access to quarterly Parent Education Academy conferences organized by KFG, where we combine industry experts and significant topics related to early years education and address them with our parents. To become a KFG Parent visit our website: https://lnkd.in/drXqtzbb

https://lnkd.in/gizqm6EH For class this week, I have an assignment to find an article about the pressing issues in the field of early childhood education. This article describes five of the current issues in the field and highlights what we action we can possibly take to help.

NCDHHS Expands Career Pathways for Early Childhood Teachers! The first five years of life are crucial for brain development, setting the stage for future health and learning. When children’s development is fully supported, they are more likely to achieve developmental milestones and succeed in school. Early childhood teachers are the heroes who make this happen! They partner with families, forming close relationships and using strengths-based approaches to help children reach their goals. Investing in early care and education benefits the entire community, laying the foundation for a healthier, more resilient society. Read more in the updated North Carolina Early Childhood Action Plan (ECAP):https://lnkd.in/e6znzd7 #EarlyChildhood #Education #CommunityImpact #NCDHHS #ECAP2024

I believe in the transformative power of early childhood education, and see it in action every day at Pre-K 4 SA. The recent article series from the Center for American Progress highlights the interconnectedness of early development stages and the importance of holistic policy approaches. Let's advocate for policies that prioritize early childhood education, recognizing its transformative power in shaping our children's lives. #PreK4SA #EarlyChildhoodEducation #EarlyChildhoodDevelopment #Education 

🌟 Exciting Insights from ACF's 2024 National Research Conference on Early Childhood! 🌟 Last week, our team had the incredible opportunity to attend the Administration for Children and Families (ACF) National Research Conference on Early Childhood. It was an enriching experience filled with valuable insights and innovative ideas that are shaping the future of early childhood development. Here are some key takeaways that resonated deeply with us: 1️⃣ Holistic Approaches to Child Development: We learned about the importance of holistic approaches that encompass not only cognitive development but also social, emotional, and physical well-being. Understanding the interconnectedness of these domains is crucial for providing comprehensive support to young children. 2️⃣ Impact of Early Intervention: Research presented highlighted the significant impact of early intervention programs in promoting positive outcomes for children from diverse backgrounds. Early childhood educators and caregivers play a pivotal role in identifying and addressing developmental needs early on. 3️⃣ Equity and Inclusion: Sessions on equity and inclusion underscored the necessity of creating inclusive environments where every child can thrive. Addressing systemic barriers and promoting diversity in early childhood settings are key to fostering equitable outcomes for all children. 4️⃣ Innovative Educational Practices: We were inspired by innovative educational practices that leverage technology and evidence-based strategies to enhance learning experiences for young children. From personalized learning tools to digital literacy initiatives, there's a wealth of potential to explore. We're excited to integrate these insights into our work and continue supporting early childhood development through our social science research, grants administration, evaluation, and dissemination work at OPRE and OFA. A big thank you to ACF for organizing such an insightful event, and to all the researchers, practitioners, and advocates who shared their expertise. Together, we're shaping a brighter future for our youngest learners! Let's continue the conversation on how we can collaborate to make a difference in early childhood education. 🌟 #EarlyChildhoodDevelopment #ACFConference #EducationForAll #InnovationInLearning #EquityInEducation

I am honoured to be showcased in this article alongside some of my amazing University of Wollongong Early Start colleagues! Read about some of the important research going on below ⬇️⬇️ #UOWENHANCE #UOWResearch

In what ways are your own schools engaging parents, families, and caregivers as allies to the teachers and staff in the buildings to support great learning for young people? #education #learning #schools #teachers #parents #families

Thrive at Five is helping children to reach a good level of development at age five by strengthening and coordinating early years systems, practice, and pathways of support from pregnancy to the end of the first year at school in the UK’s disadvantaged local communities. We know many children are not ready to start at nursery and school, and that transitioning into their first education environment can be difficult. A challenging start can both impact a child’s ability to start learning in their new environment and cause additional stress for parents who want a happy transition into school. Ready, Steady, Stoke (RSS) is an initiative to improve the transition of children into primary school, developed with local schools and parents after they identified that many children were struggling to adjust to the school environment. Ready Steady Stoke is a critical component of the broader pathway of better services and support that Thrive at Five are creating with our partners for parents and children.   Following on from the success of Ready Steady Stoke in 2022 and with Thrive at Five’s continued support, the second year of the project saw all seven partner schools in Bentilee and Abbey Hulton supporting parents of children due to join nursery or reception in September.     We are pleased the second-year evaluation shows that it is possible to improve the transition into nursery for parents, children and practitioners by putting in place a range of support including transitions events, stay and plays and summer holiday sessions for children and families that spans the period before children start school in September. Ready, Steady, Stoke helped nearly 500 children with their transition into nursery and reception and the the effect was stronger for children that attended sessions regularly.    In future years, thanks to recommendations from local parents as part of this second-year evaluation, we will be working to make sure even more children and families can access this full range of transition support.   When we work together and involve parents and carers, we can help children have the very best start in their education journey and develop strong foundations for life and learning.   Learn more about we can collectively support children’s transitions in the full evaluation report here: https://lnkd.in/ehG3QVuY #readyforschool #parentengagement #earlychildhooddevelopment #transition #thrivingtogether Stoke-on-Trent City Council Alpha Academies Trust

As an early childhood education expert, I'm often asked about the importance of early learning programs. In this article, I dive into the history and impact of Head Start, America's pioneering early education initiative. From its inception during the War on Poverty to its evolution into a comprehensive support system for low-income families, Head Start has shaped millions of lives over five decades. Join me in examining the program's foundation, academic impacts, social outcomes, and future challenges. Whether you're an educator, policymaker, or parent, this analysis offers valuable insights into one of our nation's most significant investments in children's futures. #HeadStart #EarlyChildhoodEducation #EducationPolicy https://lnkd.in/e_rDmXPH

Studies show that in the first five years of a child's life they are growing and absorbing everything around them. Learn more about why access to high quality early childhood education sets kids up for the best possible start in life. https://lnkd.in/eEuKWDuu