EYES ON US

EYES ON US

Hosted by: Sophie Booth and Emma Jayne Morgan

What does great early years practice really look like? How do leaders support their teams through change? And how can we create environments where children, families, and educators can thrive? Join Sophie Booth and...

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Episodes

#27 Children and Nature – Are We Becoming Disconnected?

  Welcome back to Eyes On Us! In Episode 27, Emma and Sophie explore children’s connection with nature, what gets in the way in today’s world, and how we can make space for natural experiences every day. Connecting...
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#26 - Creating Calm Learning Environments in Early Years

What does a calm learning environment really look like? Calm is often associated with silence, tidy spaces and children sitting still. However, a room can be full of conversation, movement and active play while the...
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#25 - Relationships Before Expectations: Building Trust in Early Years

Before asking a child to share, follow instructions or join an activity, we need to consider whether they feel safe, connected and understood. Children need time to trust the adults caring for them and learn that...
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#24 - Preparing Your Early Years Setting for a Strong Start

Welcome back to Eyes On Us, where Emma and Sophie are turning their attention to how early years settings can build strong foundations for the academic year before the children even return. In this episode, Emma and...
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#23 - Separation Anxiety in Early Years: Helping Children Settle into Nursery

Welcome back to Eyes On Us, where Emma and Sophie are turning their attention to one of the most emotional parts of starting—or returning to—nursery: separation anxiety.   In this episode, Emma and Sophie unpack a...
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#22 - What Is a Key Person in Early Years?

Welcome back to Eyes On Us, where Emma and Sophie are turning their attention to a relationship every early years family experiences but few have had properly explained: the key person. In this episode, Emma and...
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#21 - How to Choose the Right Nursery for Your Child | A Parent’s Guide

Welcome to a new episode of Eyes On Us, where Emma and Sophie explore how to choose a nursery that truly meets your child’s needs. Learn what to look for during nursery visits, why relationships matter more than...
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#20 - Fine Motor Skills in Early Years: Why It's About More Than Pencil Control

Welcome to a new episode of Eyes On Us, where Emma and Sophie explore why fine motor development is about so much more than pencil control — and what practitioners and parents need to understand about the foundations...
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#19 - The Importance of Language - Moving from Control to Connection

Welcome to a new episode of Eyes On Us, where Emma and Sophie explore how the words we use every day can shape children’s confidence, behaviour, relationships, and emotional wellbeing, and why moving from control to...
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#18 - Using Loose Parts Effectively: A Practical Guide for Early Years Educators

Welcome to a new episode of Eyes On Us, where Emma and Sophie get into one of the most talked-about topics in early years — loose parts play. We've all seen the stunning setups on Pinterest. Perfectly arranged...
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#17 - Transition Readiness in Early Years: Supporting Children Through Nursery and School Transitions

Welcome to a new episode of Eyes On Us, where Emma and Sophie explore transition readiness in early years education and discuss how educators can support young children through nursery and school transitions. As the...
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#16 - Supporting Young Children When the World Feels Uncertain

Welcome to a new episode of Eyes On Us, where Emma and Sophie explore how early years educators can support young children when the world feels uncertain and routines are disrupted.  As schools and nurseries reopen...
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