KatieB Kids - pioneers of a new Mindfulness programme, 'dots', aimed at 3 to 6-year-olds and developed in association with the Mindfulness in Schools Project.

Ofsted are clear that assessment should not entail prolonged breaks from interaction with children, nor require excessive paperwork. So how do we gather objective evidence of the child’s needs so if necessary we can refer to, and work with, other relevant professionals? And how can we ensure that parents are informed of their child’s progress at nursery?

At Katie B Kids we agree with Mattie Stepanek that when there is teamwork and collaboration, wonderful things can be achieved. But what makes a great team? And how do we support collaborative working?

As the early years industry struggles to survive juggling the £500m cut in funding in real terms, and the media spotlight on parents that are being priced out of childcare, how do nursery managers attract new educators, who will not only keep their services operational, but who will bring value to their setting?

At KatieB Kids we offer a home from home, and bringing children of different ages together for parts of our day enhances this, like one big daytime family.

In the words of Roald Dahl ‘The more risks you allow your children to make, the more they learn to look after themselves’.  

Develop a resilient and resourceful body and mind.

Play is the deepest kind of learning. It allows children to be self-directed learners, who explore, develop curiosity and solve their own problems.