DfE: Help for Early Years Providers

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Written By Birmingham Early Years Networks
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Resources, activities and support articles from the Department for Education (DfE) for childminders and practitioners working with children aged 0-5 years.

Get help for your setting

Find helpful articles and resources to support you in your setting, separated into three key areas:

  • Support for practitioners: Access resources and advice to help improve practice in the early years, including SEND Guidance, Curriculum Planning, Changes to the EYFS from 1 September 2026, and English as an Additional Language (EAL).

  • Areas of learning: Find out more about each area of learning, including activities you can do in your setting.

  • Health and wellbeing: Resources to help you support children's health, safety, and learning; including access to the DfE Safeguarding Training, and updated Safer Sleep and Screen Use Guidance.

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