Water Tray Accessories for EYFS: A Complete Buying Guide
Water tray accessories are far more than optional extras in EYFS provision. The right resources can support physical development, mathematical thinking, communication, scientific enquiry and imaginative play through hands-on exploration. By choosing versatile, purposeful accessories, practitioners can create rich learning opportunities that encourage curiosity, independence and sustained engagement while making the most of one of the most popular areas of continuous provision.
Rachel Pangburn
Writing Tools for EYFS and Nursery Children: A Buying Guide
The best writing tools for EYFS and nursery children are those that support their stage of physical development, encourage confident mark-making and make writing feel purposeful and enjoyable. From chunky crayons and paint markers to triangular pencils and clipboards, choosing the right tools helps children develop fine motor skills, pencil control and positive attitudes towards writing long before formal handwriting begins.
Carla Bonner
Which Pencils Support Handwriting Development at Each EYFS Stage?
The best pencils for EYFS children are those that match their stage of physical development rather than their age alone. As children progress from early mark-making to forming recognisable letters and words, their pencil needs change. Choosing developmentally appropriate writing tools can support grip strength, control, confidence and handwriting readiness while helping children build positive attitudes towards writing.
Jack Clarke
Nourishing the Next Generation: Healthy Eating for Birth to Five-Year-Olds
Healthy eating routines established from birth to age five lay the foundations for lifetime wellness.
Emalee Caton
Ocean-Themed Sensory Play for Young Children
With just a few simple materials, you can create calm, hands-on activities that let children explore, imagine, and learn at their own pace.
Charlotte Parry
Early signs of Spring for Early Years children
Check out how to spot early signs of spring and turn them into meaningful, playful learning moments with your little learners.
Katie Taylor
Outdoor construction play for early years
Outdoor construction play for early years, check out our ideas here...
Expert tips for creating inclusive environments
We asked three SEND experts for real life examples of how they have created an inclusive environment and the impact this has had on the children in the setting. Read on to find out ...
Musical Instruments For Early Years
Check out these activities designed by our specialists to integrate music seamlessly into the Expressive Arts and Design (EAD) and Physical Development (PD) areas of learning, building strong foundations in rhythm, listening, and creativity.
Unlocking Creativity Through Storytelling
Stories don’t just entertain they build language, spark imagination, and create connections. Article by Caroline Rodgers
The ‘Best Start in Life’ Strategy – Strengthening Reception and Early Years Learning
Government launches £400m plan to improve early years and Reception learning. Findel explores what this means for schools.
Early Years Funding and Wage Challenges in 2025
Rising wages and unspent local funds put early years settings under strain. Findel examines how providers can adapt.