To support changes to children’s immunisations delivery, the NHS have produced new leaflets and resources to provide information for parents on immunisations. 

These leaflets, which will replace any out of date communication can be ordered (for free) using the links below.

If any leaflets are out of stock, please order. They will be delivered once the new supply comes in.

Ofsted have released a programme of webinars to help familiarise providers with the November 2025 education inspection framework changes. The webinars will be available for viewing online at anytime.

There are different webinars depending on your type of setting. Click here to read more. 

The Department for Education (DfE) have published the revised EYFS that will be statutory from 1 September 2025 for both group and school-based providers and childminders.

You can find both frameworks via the link below. https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/early-years-foundation-stage-framework--2

Expanding Horizons are a new training academy offering Level 2 and Level 3 Early Years Qualifications. You can visit there website by clicking here.

Please see more information on Early Years qualifications in the flyer below.

The DfE will be using a new communication channel to keep Early Years providers up to date with the latest information.

This includes:

• News and updates
• Resources, helpful information and tips
• Training and events

To sign up, please click here.

Family Hubs are inviting families to a vibrant community day on 7 August. Connect with local services, support networks, and play opportunities in a welcoming and inclusive environment.

Further details can be found in the flyer below. Please share this with your families. 

The updated website will go live in September alongside the revised awards programme. Any settings and childminders wishing to submit an award under the current programme must do so by Thursday, 31st July. Submissions and registrations will close after this date.

User accounts that have been active in the past four years will transfer automatically to the updated site. Anyone who hasn’t logged in during that time but wishes to retain their account should log in by the 31st July to ensure it is included in the migration.

There are currently 18 Stronger Practice Hubs working to support Early Years settings. If you are not yet in regular contact with your local Hub, we would strongly encourage you to reach out to identify opportunities for collaboration.  

Recently, East of England Stronger Practice Hub and Suffolk LA have been working together to deliver conferences for Early Years providers in Suffolk. The LA managed a mid-week event for settings, while the Hub led a Saturday event for childminders. Both events were promoted together, offering a seamless booking experience for delegates. 

Carolyn Heyburn, Lead Officer for Early Years and Childcare Service shared the following on the collaboration;

“Suffolk’s Early Years and Childcare service values the collaborative work we undertake with the Stronger Practice Hub. Working together means that we can share expertise and learning opportunities, whilst avoiding duplication. Together we aim to ensure that training is relevant and responsive to the childcare practitioners, and of a high quality. It enables us to offer a greater variety of courses and in a flexible way which we know our practitioner’s welcome. Our ability to work jointly enhances what we can offer childcare professionals in our area and ultimately supports the children and families.” 

Click here for information on your local hub.