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In the early years, there is a danger that focusing too hard on catching up will put pressure on parents and undermine the family environment, warns Julian Grenier

Covid restrictions have changed the EYFS settling-in process – but perhaps it needs a rethink anyway, says Julian Grenier

The first five years are crucial for development – yet the early years is still seen as an add-on, says Julian Grenier

Assessment in EYFS is inaccurate and burdensome – and it doesn’t support learning, writes Julian Grenier

Too many children with SEND are falling behind in the early years, says Julian Grenier – we must tackle two issues

Children starting EYFS need kindness – but we must also show them we are confident they can cope, says Julian Grenier