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Title: Over to you.
Authors: Batteley, Helen (AUTHOR), Chelle, Rae (AUTHOR), Orton, Siobhan (AUTHOR), Turley, Marg (AUTHOR), Dowdeswell, Wendy (AUTHOR), Wood, Amanda (AUTHOR), Abdullah, Sarah (AUTHOR), Collins, Michelle (AUTHOR)
Source: Nursery World (MA Education Limited). May2026, Vol. 121 Issue 448597, p58-58. 1p. 1 Color Photograph.
Subject Terms: *Writing readiness, *Motor ability, *Play-based learning, *Early childhood education, *Family-school relationships, *Preschools, Day care aides
Abstract: The article focuses on diverse perspectives regarding early years education, particularly the readiness and appropriateness of introducing formal writing and school nursery admission for very young children. Contributors emphasize that physical development, including core strength and fine motor skills, is crucial before children can write effectively, highlighting the importance of play and movement as foundational writing development. Opinions also address concerns about admitting two-year-olds to school nurseries, noting differences between school and day nursery care, the value of specialist staff, and the potential benefits of stronger family-school connections. Additionally, some voices call for learning from international early years models and advocate for better support and recognition of childminders within the early years sector. [Extracted from the article]
Copyright of Nursery World (MA Education Limited) is the property of Mark Allen Holdings Limited and its content may not be copied or emailed to multiple sites without the copyright holder's express written permission. Additionally, content may not be used with any artificial intelligence tools or machine learning technologies. However, users may print, download, or email articles for individual use. This abstract may be abridged. No warranty is given about the accuracy of the copy. Users should refer to the original published version of the material for the full abstract. (Copyright applies to all Abstracts.)
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  Data: <i>Copyright of Nursery World (MA Education Limited) is the property of Mark Allen Holdings Limited and its content may not be copied or emailed to multiple sites without the copyright holder's express written permission. Additionally, content may not be used with any artificial intelligence tools or machine learning technologies. However, users may print, download, or email articles for individual use. This abstract may be abridged. No warranty is given about the accuracy of the copy. Users should refer to the original published version of the material for the full abstract.</i> (Copyright applies to all Abstracts.)
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