Welcome to the November issue of Under 5!

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Welcome to the November/December issue of Under 5 magazine!

All the latest news, research and policy updates from the early years sector

All the latest news, research and policy updates from the early years sector

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The latest good news, success stories and fun events happening at early years settings across the country

Dingley’s Promise has launched high-quality, fully-funded SEND training across England

The Alliance's Joe Robinson explores how simple, open-ended items can unlock huge learning potential in the early years through heuristic play

The Alliance's Alison Heseltine shares her tips on promoting communication and language at a baby and toddler group

The Alliance's Val Pope explores the importance of engaging dads and male caregivers in children’s early learning

Kayla Halls, a researcher at the University of Middlesex, discusses the connection between childminder wellbeing and the relationships they build with babies and families

In the final of a three-part special feature, we celebrate the inspiring educators nominated for the Belle Tutaev Lifetime Achievement Award 2026

Under 5 talks to Tess Allen about Nana Made Me, a community group tailored to grandparents and their grandchildren that she set up with her friend of 40 years Linda Fletcher

Ofsted’s deputy director for early years regulatory policy and practice Jayne Coward provides guidance on when to report incidents to the inspectorate

The team at Law-Call, a 24-hour legal helpline available to Alliance members, provides a guide to keeping your setting safe and compliant when taking on additional help

Official Alliance partner and educational resources supplier TTS teams up with ISEY to explore how glow resources can enrich early years play

We take a look at some of the key policy updates from the past month

How everyday play and communication builds your child's brain

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WIN a National Geographic Kids book bundle, featuring The Bedtime Book of Sleepy Animals, worth over £90!

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