Our new Quality improvement framework for the early learning and childcare sectors launches on 18 September. In our latest Provider Update, we invited service providers and practitioners to online engagement sessions to prepare for the launch and connect with inspectors from the

Today marks two weeks until the launch of our new Quality improvement framework for the early learning and childcare sectors. Your contributions have been crucial and are reflected in the final framework - from fewer quality indicators to including both very good and weak

Join us for this in-person, additional support needs (ASN) focused training event, where you will gain valuable insights into observing and understanding children's behaviours. EYS members £30/Others £40. Book now at bit.ly/4663TM2

Our online mini self-study courses support and improve early years practice. The courses take approximately one hour and can be completed in your own time. All courses now cost only £12 for EYS members/£20 all others. Full details at earlyyearsscotland.org/product-catego…

Join us for this in-person, additional support needs (ASN) focused training event, where you will gain valuable insights into observing and understanding children's behaviours. EYS members £30/Others £40. Book now at bit.ly/4663TM2

Supporting children starts with understanding their needs. Join us for a hands-on session where you'll learn calming techniques like Story Massage, explore sensory circuits, and walk away with practical tools to foster emotional wellbeing. Book now at bit.ly/4663TM2

EYS member setting Kirktonholme Broomhill welcomed Natalie Don-Innes MSP for a Ministerial visit earlier today. Kirktonholme Childcare area manager & EYS Steering Group rep Karen Flynn represented our national membership, sharing the voices, challenges & successes of the ELC sector in Scotland.

What Happens Next, created with families in our Outside Voices group, answers key questions for those facing a loved one’s imprisonment 💙 👉 Read it here: familiesoutside.org.uk/content/upload…

Huge congratulations to Vandana Devi, our recent University of Glasgow Find A Solution Intern, who was awarded runner up Intern of the Year, for her work evaluating our hugely impactful Creating Caring Connections and Off to a Good Start services University of Glasgow

The impact of experiencing poverty as a baby can be lifelong. We’re joining with Save the Children Scotland in calling for Scotland’s political parties to do #BetterforBabies by committing to increasing Best Start Pregnancy and Baby Payment and Best Start Foods in their 2026 manifestos.

The new Quality framework for the early learning and childcare sectors reflects our ambition for every child, in every setting, to experience high-quality provision. This comprehensive framework will now guide self-evaluation and inspections across all early learning and

We've opened the doors of our fantastic new space in Glasgow city centre to give a sneak preview of where we will be running our brand new Rise & Shine project. In partnership with Glasgow City Council we are offering free family wellbeing sessions for eligible children aged 0-8 years.

We are thrilled to continue working in partnership with Scottish Prison Service with the launch of our new Family Support Service at HMP Dumfries.

Please note that Early Years Scotland is closed on Friday 26 and Monday 29 September for the Glasgow holiday weekend. We will re-open at 9.00am on Tuesday 30 September.

In line with the new Quality Improvement Framework, we have updated our self-evaluation toolkits. These are just a few of a wide range of online resources Early Years Scotland members can access as part of their membership. Download a membership guide 👇 earlyyearsscotland.org/wp-content/upl…

Our team will be taking an opportunity to get together on Friday 3 October at our training event. Our office will be closed & we won’t be running any services, but you can leave a message at [email protected] & we’ll get back to you when we return on Monday

Sensory Stars is one of two projects that make up our Creating Caring Connections (CCC) parental mental health and support service, focusing on improving the mental wellbeing of parents & carers of neurodivergent children. Read an impact report on CCC at bit.ly/46DaEFA

Are you a compassionate and skilled HR professional looking to use your expertise for a greater purpose? We are looking for an HR Adviser to join our team working to make a real, positive difference to the lives of our youngest children. Full details at earlyyearsscotland.org/jobs/hradviser/

Join us for this virtual session where we'll discuss the importance of connecting with others, supporting your own wellbeing & how we can promote healthy working lives. We'll also consider some practical ideas for wellbeing. FREE for members/£35 others. bit.ly/4oiE9lY