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In the Berkhamsted spotlightAuthor: Berkhamsted Schools Group
Welcome to the Berkhamsted Spotlight, Berkhamsted School's podcast channel. Join our weekly guests from inside the classroom to behind-the-scenes of our day-to-day activities through to life beyond Berkhamsted. Find out what it's really like to be part of our remarkable community. Thank you for taking an interest, we'll see you soon. www.berkhamsted.com Language: en-gb Genres: Education, Education for Kids, Kids & Family Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Early Years at the Day Nursery and Pre-Prep
Episode 78
Sunday, 15 March, 2026
In this episode we hear from Debbie and Ryan at Berkhamsted who explore the significance of early years education. They discuss the structure of early years programmes, the importance of play in learning, and how risky play fosters resilience in children. The conversation highlights the critical role of parental involvement and the need for nurturing curiosity and imagination in young learners.Takeaways Early years are crucial for brain development.Play-based learning is essential for engagement.Risky play encourages resilience and confidence.Parental involvement enhances children's learning.Reading to children significantly boosts vocabulary.Curiosity should be nurtured in educational settings.Children learn best through exploration and play.Communication skills are vital for future success.Imagination is key to developing future skills.Every child's achievement should be celebrated.Links:https://www.berkhamsted.com/pre-prep-and-prep-open-events












