The Lodge Day Nursery at Ipswich Prep School has been judged as “Outstanding” in all areas for its youngest children by Ofsted, with the inspector praising its ‘home-from-home’ experience.

A thriving nursery in Liphook has been named one of the best in the country for a second successive year.

The Froebelian School, Horsforth has appointed Mrs Ruth Knowles as the new Nursey Manager at First Steps.

Sophie Baber, Headteacher at Highfield and Brookham Schools, offers her top tips on getting your child ready for reception.

Recent events have changed the lives of everyone and, no matter how old we are, even small changes to our routine can make us feel anxious. It is no surprise then, that our youngest children, who are preparing for the steps ahead and embarking on a journey of learning that will last for years, may feel utterly overwhelmed.

Colchester High School & Nursery are delighted to announce that its Early Years Department (Nursery to Reception) has been awarded ‘Millie’s Mark’, a Quality Mark for nurseries that demonstrates their commitment to going above and beyond the requirements for keeping children safe and minimising risks and accidents.