Early Education

Welcome to Early Education's podcast. On this episode, we chat with the researchers who have been undertaking a comparative study of the early years workforce across the four UK nations, as part of a project led by Professor Dame Cathy Nutbrown and funded by the Nuffield Foundation. Our speakers include: - Professor Verity Campbell-Barr, University of Plymouth - Professor Aline-Wendy Dunlop, University of Strathclyde - Dr Glenda Walsh, Stranmillis University College, Queen’s University Belfast - Dr Glenda Tinney, University of Wales Trinity Saint David The researchers share their initial thoughts on the project’s findings ahead of the publication of the final report in late 2025. Find out more about the project on our website: https://early-education.org.uk/early-years-workforce-policy-in-the-four-uk-nations-a-comparative-analysis/ © Early Education. Music written and composed by Stephen Hussey ©, and used with kind permission.

Welcome to Early Education's Pedagogy Podcast - our 'PedPod' - hosted by Cathy Gunning, our Pedagogic Lead. On this episode, we explore the intricacies of interaction with Julie Fisher, looking at the role of the adult in adult-led and child-led learning, and how this can facilitate and support teaching and learning most effectively through our considered engagements. For more resources relating to this podcast, visit: www.early-education.org.uk/podcasts © Early Education. Music written and composed by Stephen Hussey ©, and used with kind permission.

Welcome to Early Education's Pedagogy Podcast - our 'PedPod' - hosted by Cathy Gunning, our Pedagogic Lead. On this episode, we explore the brilliance of babies with Dr. Suzanne Zeedyk, looking at the importance of early interaction, including resilience, relationships, and play. Please note: this PedPod was recorded prior to the Covid-19 pandemic, and therefore please be mindful that some aspects of suggested attachment-led practice in terms of physical contact may now be limited by risk assessments. For more resources relating to this podcast, visit: https://www.early-education.org.uk/podcasts © Early Education. Music written and composed by Stephen Hussey ©, and used with kind permission.

Welcome to Early Education's Pedagogy Podcast - our 'PedPod' - hosted by Cathy Gunning, our Pedagogic Lead. On this episode, we explore the concept of creativity with Anni McTavish, what this means in practice and how we can nurture and support this with those we work with. For more resources relating to this podcast, visit: https://www.early-education.org.uk/podcasts © Early Education. Music written and composed by Stephen Hussey ©, and used with kind permission.