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Boosting Children’s Language and Communication Skills with Rechargeable Mini Mobile Phones

By Hayley Winter In today’s world, communication is more important than ever, and helping children develop strong language skills early on is key to their success both in school and in life. One innovative tool that can support this development is the rechargeable mini mobile phones set from TTS. These child-friendly devices are designed to…

Byimogensmith5 September 20240Comments

Ruth Lue-Quee: Meet the host of the TTS Talking Early Years Podcast

Meet the host of the award-winning TTS Talking Early Years Podcast; unlocking the potential for learning in the Early Years! The upcoming series 6, hosted by Ruth Lue-Quee, aims to highlight ways to support SEN in the Early Years. Each week, Ruth will be joined by guest experts and early years practitioners to explore everything…

Byimogensmith29 August 20240Comments

Podcast Series 5

CPD Topic 5: Curriculum in the Early Years

Course content: This topic has been developed with Ruth Swailes. Ruth is an award- winning Early Years specialist with more than 30 years’ experience working in Education. This course will support your understanding of Curriculum in the Early Years. Learning outcomes: Expand your knowledge on the topic area and understand how this subject fits within…

Byimogensmith29 August 20240Comments

Early Years Podcast Podcast Series 5

Episode 20 | Transitioning from Early Years with Ruth Swailes

In this episode, Alistair Bryce-Clegg is joined by Ruth Swailes, award-winning Early Years specialist, to discuss the transition from Early Years education. They emphasise the importance of maintaining familiarity for children, suggesting that Year 1 should retain elements of the foundation stage, such as having an art area for children who enjoyed art in foundation. …

Byimogensmith29 August 20240Comments

Early Years Podcast Podcast Series 5

Episode 19 | The Readiness Agenda with Ruth Swailes

In this episode, Alistair Bryce-Clegg is joined again by Ruth Swailes, award-winning Early Years specialist, to discuss school readiness and its implications in Early Years education. They shift the focus from children being ready for school to schools being ready for children, emphasising the unique needs of each child. Practical tips for practitioners Ruth and…

Byimogensmith22 August 20240Comments

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Back to School Teacher Checklist: Essential Tips for a Smooth Start

With some thoughtful preparation, you can begin the year on the right foot and keep the stress at bay. Here’s your ultimate back-to-school teacher checklist to help you get organised and stay sane. As the back-to-school season approaches, teachers across the UK are preparing for the new term. It’s a time filled with excitement, fresh…

Byimogensmith21 August 20240Comments

Early Years Podcast Podcast Series 5

Episode 18 | Building Skills in Early Years Curriculum with Ruth Swailes

In this episode, Alistair Bryce-Clegg is joined once again by Ruth Swailes, award-winning Early Years specialist, to discuss building skills in the Early Years curriculum. They emphasise that skill development stems from quality continuous provision and offer tips for crafting a curriculum tailored to specific school settings. Practical tips for practitioners Ruth and Alistair delve…

Byimogensmith15 August 20240Comments

Early Years Podcast Podcast Series 5

Episode 17 | What does Early Years Curriculum look like now? with Ruth Swailes

In this episode, Alistair Bryce-Clegg is joined by Ruth Swailes, award-winning Early Years specialist, to discuss the current landscape of the Early Years curriculum. They explore what an Early Years curriculum entails, a term that often intimidates practitioners. Practical tips for practitioners Ruth and Alistair address the pressures of top-down mandates and emphasise the importance…

Byimogensmith8 August 20240Comments

Early Years Podcast Podcast Series 5

Episode 16: Vulnerable Children’s Play with Ben Kingston-Hughes

In this episode, Alistair Bryce-Clegg and Ben Kingston-Hughes discuss the transformative power of play for vulnerable children. Practical tips for practitioners They highlight how play genuinely changes lives, and is essential for children’s growth and development into resilient adults. They focus on strategies for engaging vulnerable children in play, suggesting providing half-built play materials…

Byimogensmith1 August 20240Comments

TTS

Olympics Ideas for Schools – Bee-Bot Special

With the Olympics coming up soon, Mr Hunt and his classroom took to celebrating this, hosting their very own Olympics with a twist – using their Bee-Bots. If you’re looking for Olympics ideas for your school, then read on. If you want to watch the full video of Mr Hunt’s Olympics activities in action, press…

Byimogensmith28 July 20240Comments

World of Education

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Boosting Children’s Language and Communication Skills with Rechargeable Mini Mobile Phones

Ruth Lue-Quee: Meet the host of the TTS Talking Early Years Podcast

CPD Topic 5: Curriculum in the Early Years

Episode 20 | Transitioning from Early Years with Ruth Swailes

Episode 19 | The Readiness Agenda with Ruth Swailes

Back to School Teacher Checklist: Essential Tips for a Smooth Start

Episode 18 | Building Skills in Early Years Curriculum with Ruth Swailes

Episode 17 | What does Early Years Curriculum look like now? with Ruth Swailes

Episode 16: Vulnerable Children’s Play with Ben Kingston-Hughes

Olympics Ideas for Schools – Bee-Bot Special

Science Sparks’ Top Primary Science Resources

Having Fun with Computer Control and Programming

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