Matthew K, Northall

Newsletter Issue 10 - April 2026 Introduction Introduction Introduction Welcome to this issue of the newsletter – the first of the Spring term, after the Easter break. We hope that you managed to get some time for rest and relaxation and are feeling suitably refreshed. Just before the break we were very fortunate to hold our in-person AGM, which was hosted at UCB (huge thanks must go to Emma Davis and the team for looking after us!). The AGM is a fabulous opportunity to come together and...

Newsletter Issue 8 - March 2026 Introduction Introduction Introduction Welcome to this week’s ECSDN newsletter. The Early Childhood Studies Degrees Network exists to champion the value of early childhood studies as a discipline, to support those teaching and researching within our universities, and to ensure that the voices of our students, graduates and academics continue to shape the future of the sector. Through collaboration, research and dialogue we strengthen the role of early childhood...

In September 2024 the RSA  (Royal Society for the Encouragement of Arts, Manufactures and Commerce)  announce the start of its landmark  Playful Green Planet programme  which is guided by the principles: For all children:  accessible to every single child under 11 and to the early years, community and school settings that support them. Co-creation in place:  led by local people and co-created with the strengths and needs of the community, educators and children at the heart. Triple benefits:...