Dr Kate Smith

So this is out … available at bookshops and libraries!

New article in @tes about literacy and phonics. You can also hear @Dominic_Wyse introduce this latest research in Episode 12 of the Froebel Trust podcast: froebel.org.uk/training-and-r… "This idea that there's one way to teach children to learn to read is just not tenable..." #ECEC

New study finds no difference in outcomes for those who attend academically selective schools, compared to similar pupils in comprehensive schools. "Attending an academically selective school does not appear to pay off in large benefits for individuals"comprehensivefuture.org.uk/new-research-s…

A project looking at mushrooms from September to December demonstrates how adults can effectively scaffold child development and learning. By Stella Louis #Echobox=1719801159" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">nurseryworld.co.uk/features/artic…

It's UK election week & we've released a special episode of the Froebel Trust Podcast. Prof. Tina Bruce and Liz Roberts reflect on the state of early childhood #education today & hopes for the future. Listen now: froebel.org.uk/training-and-r… #ECEC #earlyyears #earlyeducation #Froebel

Not many tickets remaining for our next FREE webinar on 2nd July at 7pm. 'Let's talk about race in the early years' with Dr Stella Louis & Hannah Betteridge. Make sure to register for your ticket: froebel.org.uk/events/webinar… #earlyyears #earlyeducation #earlychildhood

We are excited to announce that we have a fully funded ESRC CASE PhD studentship focusing on supporting children's emotional wellbeing over primary-secondary school transitions. Please retweet and share! Deadline 28th June findaphd.com/phds/project/t…

Just out - the latest episode of the Froebel Trust podcast. Developing language and literacy in the early years An inspiring conversation led by @katesmithok with Usha Goswami, Jane Whinnett and @Dominic_Wyse @HHCP_UCL Listen now: froebel.org.uk/training-and-r… #earlyyears #EYFS

@LizClarkDance @EarlyYear5 @LizClarkDance Have a look here and contact the network to find out more about your area 🙂 froebelnetwork.org.uk/events

@katesmithok @EarlyYear5 Is there a network in the Midlands? Thanks 🤩

This is really great 👍🏻 Very much looking forward to the meeting in May. FYI @EarlyYear5

🚨Top training alert 🚨 If you fancy being part of the start of the midlands element of this movement @cosydirect have teamed up with @FroebelTrust to offer this course guided by @NurseryWorldAwd winner dr Stella Louis & Paulo Lester. Froebel.org.uk/short-course-a… @Alfretonnursery @CreativeSTAR @JulesMountain @CrawfordMatt77 @Derbys_Schools @Penguin_PR @earlyyearsontap @TheVoiceOfEC @morelandprimary @PeteMoorhouseEY

Now available to watch for free on our website - a recording of our last webinar, "Why does Froebel matter in the 21st century?" Eight educators from around the world discuss the relevance of #Froebel in early childhood education today. Watch now: froebel.org.uk/training-and-r…

If you're interested in finding out more about what a Froebelian approach to early education is all about, take a look at our website and download a free poster for your school or setting: froebel.org.uk/about-us/froeb… #earlyyears #Froebel #earlyeducation

Are you signed up to our mailing list? Tell your friends & colleagues too. All the latest in early childhood education research, free resources for educators - plus, training opportunities for EY settings: froebel.org.uk/newsletter-sig… #earlyyears #EYFS #earlychildhood #education

Looking for funding? Did you know that we offer grants for early childhood education and care research projects? The research we fund includes critical studies & impact evaluations. Find out more and apply before 2nd May 2024: froebel.org.uk/grants-and-fun… #ECEC #research #funding

@amand8 A wonderful connection through the generations. Congratulations Amanda . Your Mum must be so proud!

The bear on the cover was my mums and it’s 76 years old - she had a tear when she found out i had used it as the cover 🥰 the sentimental objects we journey through life with 💫

Do you work with children from birth to 3? Join us in person or online on 19 March for our event Keeping and holding 0–3-year-olds in mind, with Julia Manning-Morton. ow.ly/qYG150QPZ5T

This is a free event. We really want to give back to our local community. An evening in the EYs for EY professionals in East Midlands, Midlands and South Yorkshire. Book your place below 👇🏻

@LornaWalter @kennygfrederick No significant difference in outcomes of single sex schooling found in this study bera-journals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.10….

This year there will be a General Election. This is our chance to make the UK the best place in the world to grow up and put #ChildrenAtTheTable. Ask the next Prime Minister to be a champion for children – sign the petition now. act.childrenssociety.org.uk/page/142301/pe…