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Practical, no-nonsense guidance on EYFS compliance, day-to-day operations, parent relationships and growing your nursery — written by people who actually work in early years.
EYFS September 2026: What Actually Changed, and What Nursery Managers Need to Do Now
The updated EYFS statutory framework came into force on 1 September 2026. Here's what changed, what it means on the floor, and a checklist you can work through this week.
Read the full articleHow We Helped Nurseries Cut Admin Time in Half
Three nursery managers share the exact changes that took them from drowning in spreadsheets to running a smoother, calmer week.
How to Talk to Parents About Fee Increases (Without the Awkwardness)
Fee increases are never fun to announce. Here's how experienced nursery managers frame the conversation so it lands with trust, not tension.
Your Occupancy Report Is Lying to You (Sort Of)
A nursery running at "85% full" can still be losing money. Here's the more useful way to read your occupancy numbers.
The First 90 Days as a New Nursery Manager
Stepping into a nursery manager role is equal parts exciting and overwhelming. Here's a practical roadmap for your first three months.
Paper Registers Are Costing You More Than You Think
It's not just the time. A close look at what paper-based registers really cost a mid-sized nursery over a year.