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Papers and Celebrations
Our reflection, occasional papers, and blogs are all peer reviewed and presented below, you can filter these below. We also use this space to celebrate community achievements and to share those presenters who wrote a paper at our annual conference.
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Lewis Fogarty
Mar 63 min read
Advocating for Early Years: Representing TACTYC at the House of Lords
Recently, I had the honour of being invited to the House of Lords to represent TACTYC and present our poster of recommendations,...
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Lewis Fogarty
Mar 64 min read
Working with My MP to Advocate for the PVI Sector and ECEC Profession
With over two decades of experience in daycare settings, transitioning into consultancy was an eye-opener. It became clear how similar...
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Lewis Fogarty
Mar 61 min read
Alfie and his Lolly: My values as an EYT, a reflection paper by Sovay Bass-Carruthers:
Alfie and his Lolly: My values as an EYT , is a reflective account of the author's ethical stance and values as a trainee Early Years...
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Lewis Fogarty
Feb 171 min read
Understanding the impact of child to adult ratios for 2 year olds by Dr Aaron Bradbury
Recent changes to child-to-adult ratios in England are reshaping early education, impacting quality, educator well-being, and children's...
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Lewis Fogarty
Jan 141 min read
Unlocking the Power of Play: The Role of Reflective Journaling in Daycare Settings by Joelle Feudjo Maneze
In this blog, Joelle Feudjo Maneze argues that play in daycare isn't just fun; it's essential for children's growth. She suggests...
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Lewis Fogarty
Jan 61 min read
Play is a four letter word by Dr Sue Allingham
Dr Sue Allingham explores play in our latest blog, she suggests... " Play may be dusty and messy, but new dreams are underway. It is our...
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Lewis Fogarty
Dec 18, 20241 min read
Reflection Paper: A critical discussion of the appropriate use of technology in the Early Years Foundation Stage by Emily Matthews-White
Emily is in the final year of her BA QTS Primary education degree at St Mary's University, Twickenham ( click here to learn more about...
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Lewis Fogarty
Nov 18, 20241 min read
Blog by Dr Viki Veale: Learning to play well together in Reception classes
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Lewis Fogarty
Nov 2, 20241 min read
Reflection Paper Winner 2024 - Grace Murphy: "Can I play with you?"
Access the full paper below from Grace Murphy titled “Can I play with you?". The paper is a reflection on the current accessibility of...
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Lewis Fogarty
Oct 25, 20241 min read
Conference Paper by Vikki Wynn and colleagues
Capturing the ‘magical possibilities’ within the Inspiring Foundations (IF) Team of maintained nursery schools and valuing practitioner...
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Lewis Fogarty
Oct 25, 20241 min read
Conference Paper by Stuart Busby
The challenges Tanzanian schools face when tackling disruption to learning for vulnerable pupils during the cost-of-living crisis. Stuart...
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Lewis Fogarty
Oct 25, 20241 min read
Conference Paper by Joelle Feudjo Maneze
Bridging Cultural Gaps in Early Childhood Education and Care: Strengthening Parent-Practitioner Partnerships to Support Minority...
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Lewis Fogarty
Oct 25, 20241 min read
Conference Paper by Poppy Gibson and Jayne Carter
Early Years Essentials: Linking theory to provision in the Early Years Dr Poppy Gibson: The Open University and Jayne Carter: Ignite...
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Lewis Fogarty
Oct 25, 20241 min read
Conference Paper by Dr Janet Morris
Learning with families about conversations with young children: connection, interests, experiences. Dr Janet Morris: University of...
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Lewis Fogarty
Oct 25, 20241 min read
Conference Paper by Eva Mikuska and Andre Kurowski
Language and gender: Early Childhood Studies students voice Dr Eva Mikuska: University of Portsmouth, and Dr Andre Kurowski: University...
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Lewis Fogarty
Oct 25, 20241 min read
Conference Paper about The Reception Class Teacher Network
Developing a joyful community of practice – The Reception Class Teacher Network Eleanor Milligan: University of East Anglia, Viki Veale:...
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Lewis Fogarty
Oct 25, 20241 min read
Conference Paper by Chantal Worsdell
“The really lovely, rich, magical moments are when we create something together - parents, children, staff”: An exploration of parent and...
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Lewis Fogarty
Oct 25, 20241 min read
Conference Paper by Becky Everitt
Exploring Leadership in Early Childhood: A Literature Review for Developing a New Leadership Model for Policy Advocacy and Professional...
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Lewis Fogarty
Oct 25, 20241 min read
Conference Paper by Dr Aaron Bradbury
Work based learning for early years professionals: Reconceptualising the third teacher in early years settings. Dr. Aaron Bradbury:...
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Lewis Fogarty
Oct 2, 20241 min read
OCCASIONAL PAPER 16 - Questioning the relationship between pre-compulsory education and school.
Victoria Bamsey, Lewis Fogarty, Mabel Encinas and Mandy Andrews At a time where 94% of four-year-olds are in some form of funded...
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