Latest News & Blogs

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  NEWS: Omicron - Further advice for childminders in England

  Following the temporary measures announced in response to the Omicron variant, PACEY sought clarification from the Department for Education on how the new variant will affect childminding settings in England.  We have outlined further advice for PACEY members on travel restrictions and quarantine and what to do if a childminder or their household member is identified as a close contact of an Omicron case.  

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  NEWS: Covid-19 testing reminder

  The DfE is reminding settings in England to continue testing over the festive break. The DfE has also warned of a fake email scam which asks settings to order test kits. 

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  BLOG: Ofsted on continuous professional development

  Continuous professional development (CPD) is vital for most careers, and early years is no exception. We know that many early years providers take CPD very seriously. But why is it so important, and what are Ofsted inspectors looking at when they visit settings in England for inspection?

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  BLOG: Expanding your business, get 20% off Childminding Assistant Contracts

  Everything you need to know about PACEY's 'product of the month' for December - Childminding Assistant Contracts. Additional 20% off for PACEY members!

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  NEWS: New temporary coronavirus measures announced in England

  On Saturday 27 November, the Prime Minister announced new temporary measures in response to the Omicron coronavirus variant. There is a change to the isolation rules for confirmed or suspected close contacts of the Omicron variant.  

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  BLOG: How do you talk to children about using and managing money?

  Teaching children about the value of money can be tricky but there are always ways to simplify things for little minds and start a good relationship with finances at a young age. Sarah Camp from Kamelia Kids Day Nursery talks about how she approaches conversations about money to the children in her setting.

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  BLOG: How to save money and streamline your processes

  Staying on top of your admin is one area that can lead to stress, demotivation and less time for ourselves, our loved ones and the children we are caring for. But the good news is, Kinderly Together is here to help.

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  BLOG: Using HyperJar as a childcare provider

  "It saves so much awkwardness and hassle!", childminder Jilly talks to PACEY about how she uses the HyperJar app with the parents in her setting. Members can access an exclusive offer.

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  BLOG: Environmental awareness in the age of COP26

  As COP26 came to a close last week, we reflect on the role of early years practitioners in promoting conversation about climate awareness and teaching children about how they can protect the environment we live in. 

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  BLOG: Support for grant applications in Wales / cefnogaeth ar gyfer ceisiadau grant

  Helping childcare settings in Wales access Local Authority Childcare Grants 2021-22.  Er mwyn helpu lleoliadau gofal plant i gael mynediad at Grantiau Gofal Plant Awdurdodau Lleol 2021-22

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  NEWS: PACEY partners with HyperJar for member exclusive offer

  PACEY has partnered with HyperJar, a money management app that uses digital ‘Jars’ to organise your spending, to give PACEY members an exclusive offer.

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  BLOG: Managing Hand, Foot and Mouth in your setting

  With winter here coughs and sneezes may be more prevalent in your setting as well as Hand, Foot and Mouth. We've detailed what to do if a child in your setting is affected by hand, foot and mouth, how to treat the symptoms and how illness may affect your setting.