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EXCITING NEWS!
I’m so excited to share with you all the news that circle time – the early years podcast has been awarded CPD provider accreditation from The CPD Group.
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The boot is on the other foot
As you know, normally I’m the one asking the questions. However when I spoke to the lovely Vanessa Dooley for a recent episode of circle time, I was asked to talk to Vanessa for her own podcast, “Are you ready for your inspection?” Don’t forget, you can find out more about what Jigsaw have to offer (as well as more podcasts) on their website at www.jigsawearlyyearsconsultancy.com/
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The one with “babies” with Vanessa Dooley
It’s always a pleasure to talk to Vanessa Dooley from Jigsaw EYC. In this edition of circle time Vanessa and Glenn talk about the distinct lack of solid training for practitioners who work with our Under Twos and what Jigsaw is doing to help resolve this. For more information on the “Brilliant Little Minds” training, and the other amazing things that Jigsaw do, head to their website: www.jigsawearlyyearsconsultancy.com Check out this episode!
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The one with “the crocodiles” with Kathryn Solly
In this episode of circle time – the early years podcast, Glenn talks with inspirational early years trainer and consultant Kathryn Solly about her passion for bringing the learning (and the children) outside. You can visit Kathryn’s website at: https://www.solly.biz/ Check out this episode!
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The one about “diets – play diets that is” – with James Tunnell
Glenn chats with early years colsultant, author, trainer and mentor, James Tunnell, about what the term “Play Diets” means to our practice. For more information on James’ work, visit his website: www.nurserynook.co.uk Check out this episode!
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Coming next . . .
The next edition of circle time – the early years podcast will be dropping on 10th January. I’ve been talking to James Tunnell – NurseryNook Coaching, Training & Consultancy about “Play Diets” www.circletimepodcast.co.uk or via your usual podcast host. #podcasts #earlyyears #play
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The one about “teaching internationally” with Jess Gosling
In this edition of circle time – the early years podcast, Glenn has been talking to Jess Gosling, a reception teacher and CPD Lead at an International School in Poland, to find out what it’s all about. Jess is the author of the book “How to be a successful International Teacher” and runs a facebook supporting other International Teachers or those thinking about it as a career. Her website is: https://jessgoslingearlyyearsteacher.com/ You can purchase her book by visiting here: https://jessgoslingearlyyearsteacher.com/book-launch/ The supportive and friendly facebook group is here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/newtointernationalschoolteachers/ Check out this episode!
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The one about “sleep” with Rebecca Askew
In this edition of circle time – the early years podcast, Glenn has been talking about sleep with Rebecca Askew, who is a Baby and child sleep consultant and educator, offering one of the most comprehensive, accredited child sleep training courses available. Visit her website: https://thepsychologyofchildsleeptraining.com/ Or her Instagram account: @babysleepconsultantgb And her facebook: https://www.facebook.com/babysleepconsultantGB Check out this episode!
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Christmas is a challenge
Now, don’t get me wrong, I’m not going all bah humbug on you, I do love Christmas (my tree went up on the 27th November if you must know!) However, I’ve been talking to colleagues this week and we’ve all been commenting on how the children seem more fractious and behaviour is more challenging than usual. December is upon us! Maybe it’s because I found Mine Conkbayir’s “Introduction to Neuroscience” course absolutely fascinating, and a real benefit to my practice, but I’m able to understand better what is happening to my children – sensory overload. Stop and think about it for a moment, we are being constantly bombarded by messages…
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The one about “hidden food landscapes” with Louise Mercieca
In the latest episode of circle time – the early years podcast, Glenn chats to Early Years Nutritrion Therapist Louise Mercieca about the hidden landscapes of food and just how that has a massive impact on the physical health and mental health of young children. Louise also talks about her new online course for parents and practitioners, How Food Shapes Your Child – Building a Brain. https://mycpdgroup.com/courses/how-food-shapes-your-child-series-building-a-brain-2/ Check out this episode!