Welcome to the February issue of Under 5. In this issue, we’ve got some good news from Alliance-run Foxcubs Nursery in Luton, which was visited by The Princess of Wales last month. We’ve got more details and pictures from the day (page 12).
We’ve also shared some activity ideas for encouraging children to enjoy books and stories (page 20). We’ve also got some healthy recipe ideas for celebrating Pancake Day (page 31) if you decide to mark the event.
For readers running baby and toddler groups, we’ve got some tips for making sure that you are following GDPR with any personal information that you are using (page 14), including whether or not you need to register with the ICO. We’ve also got the first in a helpful two-part guide to disciplinary investigations for early years employers from the team at Law-Call (page 24).
This issue includes some exciting news about our first Alliance Connect Roadshow event, taking place in Leeds this March (page 16) as well as more information about our bespoke training offer (page 22).
As ever, please do keep sharing your news and update with us for My Under 5 – you can reach us at editor.u5@eyalliance.org.uk.
Rachel Lawler
Editor