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The Early Years Staff Meeting
Sarah, Kealey and Steph
18 episodes
8 months ago
Send us a text Writing development continues to be one of the most challenging areas for early years educators to address, particularly as we approach end-of-year assessments. The conflict between developmental readiness and curriculum expectations creates a tension that can be difficult to navigate. But what if the solution isn't more formal writing sessions, but rather creating more compelling reasons for children to write? We dive deep into the realities of writing in reception classrooms...
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Send us a text Writing development continues to be one of the most challenging areas for early years educators to address, particularly as we approach end-of-year assessments. The conflict between developmental readiness and curriculum expectations creates a tension that can be difficult to navigate. But what if the solution isn't more formal writing sessions, but rather creating more compelling reasons for children to write? We dive deep into the realities of writing in reception classrooms...
Show more...
Self-Improvement
Education,
How To,
Courses
Episodes (18/18)
The Early Years Staff Meeting
Creating Writers Through Play and Purpose
Send us a text Writing development continues to be one of the most challenging areas for early years educators to address, particularly as we approach end-of-year assessments. The conflict between developmental readiness and curriculum expectations creates a tension that can be difficult to navigate. But what if the solution isn't more formal writing sessions, but rather creating more compelling reasons for children to write? We dive deep into the realities of writing in reception classrooms...
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8 months ago
51 minutes

The Early Years Staff Meeting
Transitions in Early Years: Navigating The Summer Term
Send us a text Summer term brings a unique whirlwind of activity for Early Years educators—a constant mental hum that simply doesn't stop. Between writing dozens of reports, finalising assessment data, creating balanced class lists, and managing transitions, it truly exemplifies what Sarah and Steph call "teacher tired." This episode dives deep into the complex world of transitions in Early Years settings, exploring both the philosophical approaches and practical strategies that make t...
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8 months ago
46 minutes

The Early Years Staff Meeting
The Montessori Method:More Than Just Wooden Toys.
Send us a text Unlock the secrets of the Montessori method with our heartfelt exploration into the life and legacy of Maria Montessori. This episode promises a journey through her revolutionary approach to education, born from a blend of engineering, psychiatry, and keen observation. We delve into her story, the challenges she overcame, and how her vision continues to influence educators worldwide. Together, we'll uncover practical applications of the Montessori principles that can breathe ne...
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1 year ago
49 minutes

The Early Years Staff Meeting
World Book Day
Send us a text We're back, after a short hiatus and we are talking about all things World Book Day. We're reigniting the true spirit of World Book Day, with tales of past shenanigans and a vision for a celebration that truly honors the joy of reading through child centred activities and continuous provision. Remember when dressing up for World Book Day felt like stepping into the pages of your favorite story? We're taking you on a stroll down that costume-clad memory lane, relivi...
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1 year ago
26 minutes

The Early Years Staff Meeting
A Very Merry Early Years Christmas
Send us a text Are you ready to ditch the Elf on the Shelf and shake up your in-class Christmas celebrations? In our latest episode, we share the ups and the downs of creating festive magic in schools. From nativity play mishaps to the pressures of crafting unforgettable memories for the kids, we've been there, done that, and we're sharing it all with you. As a cherry on top, we celebrate our recent download milestone and extend our gratitude to you, our esteemed listeners. We are hanging up...
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1 year ago
30 minutes

The Early Years Staff Meeting
Deep Dive into Specific routines.
Send us a text Moving forward from our last episode, We take a deep dive into routines, looking at specific transition points of the day from carpet time to home time. We give tips and advisee guaranteed to revolutionise your classroom management approach. Learn from us as we discuss the power of mantras during tidy-up time, and how maintaining a calm demeanor can create a tranquil environment for the children. We reveal the magic of visual timetables and strategies that can support&nbs...
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2 years ago
28 minutes

The Early Years Staff Meeting
Unravelling the Art of Early Years Routines
Send us a text How do we ensure children in their early years thrive in a structured environment? Join Sarah and Steph as we navigate the importance of routines in early years settings. We'll reveal how these routines not only help children but also support adults. We dive into our personal anecdotes about how routines have been our saviour in tough situations like the end of the half term and school photos. There's a lot to consider when creating a routine, from the needs of the year g...
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2 years ago
30 minutes

The Early Years Staff Meeting
Settling Children into Nursery and School.
Send us a text Are you ready for a fresh perspective on early years education? We guarantee that this eye-opening conversation with Sarah, Kealey and Steph filled with personal stories and insights, will change the way you view the significance of early childhood teaching. We kick things off by debunking common misconceptions about early years education and examining the unique challenges that come with settling young children into school. Then, we delve into the psychology of attachme...
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2 years ago
31 minutes

The Early Years Staff Meeting
Instagram perfection VS reality, continuous provision part 2 and 'good enough is perfect'.
Send us a text Frustrated with the pressure to create Pinterest-worthy learning environments on a shoestring budget? Overwhelmed by the onslaught of Insta-perfect classrooms that make your setting feel inadequate? Join us as we vent about the unrealistic standards set by social media, and how this constant comparison affects our work in the early learning profession. This episode is a judgment-free zone where we champion authenticity over aesthetics and share how you can make the most of what...
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2 years ago
32 minutes

The Early Years Staff Meeting
New school year, Setting up Continuous provision and Switching Off.
Send us a text Hey, Welcome back to a new school year! We look forward to sharing our experiences and wisdom with you all. As with all back to school staff meetings we start off with a cringy ice breaker. We are comparing ourselves to our favorite chocolate bars, and then delve into our podcast's exciting plans for the year in light of our recent staff updates. We'd love for you to hop onto this fun train and tell us what chocolate bar represents you best on Instagram! Moving for...
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2 years ago
45 minutes

The Early Years Staff Meeting
Apologies, Home Visits and Staff Voice.
Send us a text Welcome to the Early Years Staff Meeting Podcast with Sarah, Kelly, and Steph! We're excited to be back after a little hiatus. In this episode, we're going to apologise for our absence and discuss our main agenda: home visits. Lately, we've been doing a lot of home visits, and we want to share our experiences with you. Home visits are an invaluable way for us to connect with families and gain insights into the children's lives outside of school. It helps build trust and allows ...
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2 years ago
35 minutes

The Early Years Staff Meeting
Briefing-Agenda:#Corriebobs
Send us a text Briefing Agenda: The coronation In this meeting we will be exploring our past experiences of royal celebrations and discussing our thoughts behind the coronation planning we created for you to download as a free resource. The book mentioned was King Charles III Colourful Coronation by Marion Billet. Free Coronation resource https://theearlyyearsstaffmeeting.com/shop-and-training Support the show Please check out our social media pages and website. Subscribe, like and ...
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2 years ago
31 minutes

The Early Years Staff Meeting
Planning Problems
Send us a text This week, the ladies of the Early Years Staff Meeting discuss planning. They talk about their experiences of some of the difficulties of planning in the Early Years and some of the ways they are overcoming these. They also explore the purpose of planning and ways to keep workload to a minimum. Support the show Please check out our social media pages and website. Subscribe, like and share . https://linktr.ee/theearlyyearsstaffmeeting Contact us, we would love to he...
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2 years ago
35 minutes

The Early Years Staff Meeting
Developing ethos in an Early Years setting
Send us a text Agenda: Ethos In their first full length episode, Kealey, Sarah and Steph explore ethos and what it means to them. They delve into theories and approaches that have shaped their settings and offer step by step advice on how to develop the ethos in your setting. Support the show Please check out our social media pages and website. Subscribe, like and share . https://linktr.ee/theearlyyearsstaffmeeting Contact us, we would love to hear your stories, tips and hacks.
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2 years ago
50 minutes

The Early Years Staff Meeting
Who do we think we are?
Send us a text Agenda: Who are we? Today, Kealey, Sarah and Steph talk about how they got into working within Early Years and what listeners can expect from the forthcoming podcast. Support the show Please check out our social media pages and website. Subscribe, like and share . https://linktr.ee/theearlyyearsstaffmeeting Contact us, we would love to hear your stories, tips and hacks.
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2 years ago
23 minutes

The Early Years Staff Meeting
Briefing- Agenda: Mothers Day Cards
Send us a text Briefing Agenda: Mothers Day Cards In this short meeting we will be exploring the issues around children making Mothers Day cards. The positives and pit falls of production made cards. Please Check out our social media pages and website. subscribe, like and share . Support the show Please check out our social media pages and website. Subscribe, like and share . https://linktr.ee/theearlyyearsstaffmeeting Contact us, we would love to hear your stories, tips and hacks...
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2 years ago
10 minutes

The Early Years Staff Meeting
Briefing- Agenda: Wet play
Send us a text Briefing Agenda: Wet play In this short meeting we will be exploring the issues around wet play, the positives and challenges that this brings. To be outside or to not be outside that is the question! Support the show Please check out our social media pages and website. Subscribe, like and share . https://linktr.ee/theearlyyearsstaffmeeting Contact us, we would love to hear your stories, tips and hacks.
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2 years ago
5 minutes

The Early Years Staff Meeting
Trailer
Send us a text Welcome to the Early Years Staff Meeting. The place where you can listen, learn and laugh with us about all things Early Years. This is the one staff meeting you won’t mind paying attention to! Support the show Please check out our social media pages and website. Subscribe, like and share . https://linktr.ee/theearlyyearsstaffmeeting Contact us, we would love to hear your stories, tips and hacks.
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2 years ago

The Early Years Staff Meeting
Send us a text Writing development continues to be one of the most challenging areas for early years educators to address, particularly as we approach end-of-year assessments. The conflict between developmental readiness and curriculum expectations creates a tension that can be difficult to navigate. But what if the solution isn't more formal writing sessions, but rather creating more compelling reasons for children to write? We dive deep into the realities of writing in reception classrooms...