Julian Grenier

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Inside the The Secret Garden

Some of what goes on in early childhood education and care… thoughts, debates, provocations, ideas and experiences.

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Why we must hold on to the ‘magic’ of the early years
May 7, 2025
There are some things from my time as a nursery school headteacher that I will never forget, like the day that three-year-old Jayda was taken […]

Early Years Evidence in Action

My monthly newsletter is a rundown of research and practice in the early years – 7 essential reads.

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Early Years Evidence in Action – parents spend less time playing and reading with children, marshmallows and Zombie research, and more! Issue #5.

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How should practitioners and leaders set about designing and implementing their curriculum in the Early Years Foundation Stage?

Co-edited with Caroline Vollans and written by experts in the field, this book provides clear, practical guidance on each of the 7 areas of learning and development in the revised (2021) EYFS.