Early Years NLC

Check out our new ‘Out to Play Everyday’ blog filled with inspiration of how to achieve affording natural environments filled with possibilities to develop healthy bodies and minds. blogs.glowscotland.org.uk/nl/qualityoutd… #loosepartPlay #naturalOutdoorPlay @InspiringSland @ELCScotGov

A great opportunity for schools and supporting organisations to get up to £1500 funding for nutritious food and resources to boost children's physical health and mental wellbeing! Apply now or find out more 👇

ELC practitioners, would you like to delve deep into your practice and learn more about enquiry in your own setting? Join the #EdScotELP community to be supported and empowered to build your confidence your way. Learn more and apply now: t.ly/rHqwH

Come along to #CumbernauldLib on Thursday 3 August to enjoy our story and craft session at 10am. For ages 3 - 6. Call the library on 01236 632702 to book a free place. More #LetsGoSummer2023 info: bit.ly/3NRuEe1

#LetsGoSummer2023 activities at Summerlee Museum next week: Wednesday 2 August: Photo ID Kit & Play Day Friday 4 August: The LEGO Challenge* Saturday 5 August: The LEGO Challenge* Sunday 6 August: Small Classic Car Show Find out more: ow.ly/azo850Pf4iS *Book in advance.

🤸🪁🌳☀️We are delighted to introduce our new Play Well pack, co-designed with @SaveChildrenSCO. The pack is full of hints and tips to enjoy play together over the summer holidays with some exciting resources for parents and children to do together. 👉playscotland.org/resources/play…

Today is #WorldDrowningPreventionDay We've now made available the Water Safety Code in different languages. The Water Safety Code encourages you to stop, think, and consider the dangers that being in or near open water presents. ow.ly/rgyb50PkoQr

The home is rich with learning opportunities, many spontaneous. Encouraging children to use everyday objects from around the home encourages child-initiated play, which can be supported & extended. Read more on the value of the Home Learning Environment: peeple.org.uk/HLE

Did you know there are lots of fun activities on Parentzone Scotland that can be done at home to support learning Gaelic? Find out more - ow.ly/avyF50P7qW7 @bordnagaidhlig

Our ELC improvement team have a range of resources available on #TheHub. The team would like to gather your views on what they currently offer, and find out anything else you feel may be of use to the ELC sector. You can complete the short survey here ow.ly/yYWx50Pls0e

🧱 The LEGO Challenge Summerlee Museum Friday 28 July, Saturday 29 July, Friday 4 August, Saturday 5 August 10.30am – 3.45pm £4 Build the tallest and sturdiest LEGO structure you can for a chance to win a LEGO kit worth around £25. Book in advance: ow.ly/MK1B50Pf41P

Another fantastic Peep collaboration, our aim was to explore the learning in daily experiences and the impact on your child. We went for a walk in the local green link and found so many learning experiences. Fabulous collaboration with #CLDFamilyLearning @CentreForgewood

📡📷Interested in Quality Improvement but not sure where to start, or if it is right for you? Try an e-learning module, register on the QI Zone today - learn.nes.nhs.scot/3870 @NHS24 @NHS

MEd Early Years Pedagogue Masters Degree at University of Strathclyde @StrathEDU Some spaces are still available for the coming academic session. Potential Scottish Government funding for the 1st year of studies may be available. strath.ac.uk/courses/postgr…

First session of Peep Learning Together Programme was enjoyed by all who attended today. Thank you to all parents and children who came. We hope you enjoy your gift bag and look forward to seeing you next week

Early Learning and Childcare practitioners, build upon your practice and explore the enquiry process by applying for the popular Educator Leadership Programme. Apply now until 24 August. 🔗ow.ly/KvOe50OVJvQ

We've just reviewed and updated our Healthy Eating Sample Policy for ELC settings. EYS members can download a free editable copy of this and over 20 other sample policies in the My EYS area of our website earlyyearsscotland.org

We have developed a practice note to support ELC staff to keep children safe on trips and outings while ensuring they still have opportunities to be curious and develop their learning. Download from #TheHub here hub.careinspectorate.com/media/4858/elc…. #ELC #Safety #LookThinkAct

Who's coming along to our FREE Family Fun Day in Glasgow on Friday 28 July? Our lovely team will be on hand to provide a range of fun activities for the children, along with baby massage and sensory play. Book your free place now at 👉trybooking.com/uk/events/land…

👀Have you seen our resources for Rights-Based Practice in Early Years Settings? Check out our Five Pillars Reflection Guide, and three short films of what children's human rights look & feel like in an Early Years setting👇👇👇 lnkd.in/eYX8cQpZ #Unfeart #UNCRCScotland

👇 In case you missed it... Our 'UNCRC: Rights Matter' podcasts are now available online. If you have a few spare minutes, check them out: 1: Introduction - ow.ly/pzoe50P8imZ 2: Stem - ow.ly/hj2v50P8in1 3: Creativity and CLD - ow.ly/AGUJ50P8in0