26 articles from this collection:
Autumnal loose parts play
How the changing seasons can unlock creativity and learning
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Editor's letter
Welcome to the September issue of Under 5
News
All the latest news, research and policy updates from the early years sector
News
All the latest news, research and policy updates from the early years sector
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My Under 5
The latest good news, success stories and fun events happening at early years settings across the country
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Unlocking creativity and learning
As the autumn season begins, the Alliance’s Ruth Richardson explores how loose parts play empowers children to become leaders of their own learning and discovery
Building a responsive baby group
The Alliance’s Alison Heseltine shares expert tips on creating a flexible, supportive environment that adapts to the changing needs of babies and adults
Expert answers on safer sleep
Under 5 magazine talks to Jenny Ward, chief executive at The Lullaby Trust, to discuss key practical questions on the new safer sleep guidance
Shining a light on the NICU
The Ickle Pickles charity highlights the vital care provided by the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) and shares one family’s experience of premature birth
Meet the nominees
In the first of a three-part special feature, we celebrate the inspiring educators nominated for the Belle Tutaev Lifetime Achievement Award 2026
AGMs: guidance for charity settings
The Alliance’s Mandy Franks offers practical guidance on handling charity AGM requirements
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A guide to early years record keeping
The team at Law-Call, a 24-hour legal helpline available to Alliance members, outlines mandatory document retention for UK early years settings
Home is where the start is
The Alliance invites parents and carers to Home is where the start is, a month-long free online family festival celebrating the power of learning at home
In case you missed it…
We take a look at some of the key policy updates from the past month
Exploring feelings through play
Practical advice on supporting young children’s emotional wellbeing with therapeutic play
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