April 2019 - Monthly Archives

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Cheqdin Childcare Software
April-29-2019

Kindergarten: The Story Behind

To many, kindergarten is an American version of a preschool or nursery, but with a strange German name. Did you know kindergarten has its origins in Germany and was ...

Tag: early years,

Cheqdin Childcare Software
April-25-2019

Creative Art Projects for Out-of-School Time

Scraping your well of inspiration for activity ideas? Here is a roundup of some inspiring art projects to kindle your imagination and add a sprinkling of excitement ...

Tag: activities for kids, craft ideas, out of school clubs,

Department for Education funding for Early Language Development in England

Cheqdin Childcare Software
April-23-2019

Department for Education to Invest £6.5m for Early Language Development in England

A £6.5m investment funding from the Department for Education is set to help disadvantaged children under the age of five with their early speech and communication s...

Tag: early years,

Cheqdin Childcare Software
April-18-2019

The History of Montessori Education in the UK

About a century ago, an Italian woman came up with the idea that sought to allow children to give expression to their creativity in the classroom. This idea arose ou...

Tag: montessori,

Tips for encouraging curiosity in children

Cheqdin Childcare Software
April-15-2019

The Importance of Encouraging Curiosity in Children

From clever quips and brilliant observations to a barrage of questions that catch you off guard, curiosity in children can come dressed in many fascinating guises. S...

Tag: early years,

Cheqdin Childcare Software
April-11-2019

OFCMA: New Body for Childminder Agencies Launches in England

A new association for childminder agencies takes shape in England as the future of the Department of Education’s strategic partnership with early years providers r...

Tag: childminder, ofsted,

Cheqdin Childcare Software
April-08-2019

How to Write a Business Plan for Out of School Programs

You have a business idea to start an out-of-school program. Now, do you need to write a business plan if you are planning to start small and not thinking of seeking ...

Tag: business plan for childcare business, marketing tips for out of school clubs, out of school programs,

Cheqdin Childcare Software
April-04-2019

The Dos and Don’ts of Online Safety for Early Years

According to Ofcom's recent survey on Children's Media Use and Attitude (2018), 52% of 3-4-year-olds use the internet for an average of 9 hours every week and 45% 3-...

Tag: cyber security measures, early years, online safety for children,

Cheqdin Childcare Software
April-01-2019

10 Cute Easter Craft Ideas for After School Clubs

With Easter just around the corner, here is a roundup of some super cute Easter craft and activity ideas the kids are sure to love. 1. Easter Egg Unicorns These in...

Tag: after school clubs, craft ideas, out of school programs,

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