Early Years Scotland Podcast

Welcome to the Early Years Scotland podcast! In this episode, host Lorna, the EYS Policy and Engagement Manager, engages in a thoughtful conversation with Heather Armstrong, Head of Early Years Development at Starcatchers. They discuss the importance of exposure to, and engagement with, the arts in early years. Stay Connected: Follow Early Years Scotland on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for updates: @earlyyearsscotland Follow Lorna on Twitter: @eyspolicylorna Thank you for listening to the Early Years Scotland Podcast. Don't forget to subscribe for more engaging discussions about early childhood education and development.

Welcome to the Early Years Scotland podcast! In this episode, host Lorna, the EYS Policy and Engagement Manager, engages in a thoughtful conversation with Professor John McKendrick, co-Director of the Scottish Poverty and Inequality Research Unit. They discuss critical aspects of early childhood development, including children's play and child poverty. Stay Connected: Follow Early Years Scotland on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for updates: @earlyyearsscotland Follow Lorna on Twitter: @eyspolicylorna Thank you for listening to the Early Years Scotland Podcast. Don't forget to subscribe for more engaging discussions about early childhood education and development.

Autism expert Jim Taylor joins us for part 2 of our conversation on the Early Years Scotland Podcast, hosted by Head of Professional Learning and Quality Assurance Michele Doull. As one of the very first teachers in Scotland and the UK to work exclusively with pupils with Autism, Jim was closely involved in the early pioneering work, in the 1970s and 80s, in adapting educational thinking and teaching methods to the specific needs of children with Autism. Parents, professionals and young people with Autism themselves, credit him with supporting and enabling them to realise their full potential. A 37 year career in Education and in the field of Autism has led to Jim having a wide range of experience, from teaching children with Autism from preschool age right through to the transition into adulthood. He has also a wide range of experience in working with Services providing support to Adults. Jim has seen how significant progress can be made when positive, meaningful partnerships are made with individuals, families and professionals. For more information on Jim Taylor visit jimtaylorknowsautism.com Visit our website at earlyyearsscotland.org If you have any questions, or suggestions for future guests, please email [email protected] Thanks for listening! Don't forget to leave a review. It would mean the world to us!

Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) Learning and Development Advisor Alison Precup joins us for part 2 of our conversation on the Early Years Scotland Podcast, hosted by Head of Professional Learning and Quality Assurance Michele Doull. SSSC's work ensures that the people of Scotland can count on social work, social care and early years services being provided by a trusted, skilled and confident workforce. SSSC protect the public by registering social workers, social care and early years workers, setting standards for their practice, conduct, training and education and by supporting their professional development. Where people fall below the standards of practice and conduct SSSC can investigate and take action. For more information on SSSC and how the support a trusted, skilled and confident workforce, visit sssc.uk.com Visit our website at earlyyearsscotland.org If you have any questions, or suggestions for future guests, please email [email protected] Thanks for listening! Don't forget to leave a review. It would mean the world to us!

Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) Learning and Development Advisor Alison Precup joins us as the second guest on the Early Years Scotland Podcast, hosted by Head of Professional Learning and Quality Assurance Michele Doull. SSSC's work ensures that the people of Scotland can count on social work, social care and early years services being provided by a trusted, skilled and confident workforce. SSSC protect the public by registering social workers, social care and early years workers, setting standards for their practice, conduct, training and education and by supporting their professional development. Where people fall below the standards of practice and conduct SSSC can investigate and take action. For more information on SSSC and how the support a trusted, skilled and confident workforce, visit sssc.uk.com Visit our website at earlyyearsscotland.org If you have any questions, or suggestions for future guests, please email [email protected] Thanks for listening! Don't forget to leave a review. It would mean the world to us!

Autism expert Jim Taylor joins us as the first guest on the Early Years Scotland Podcast, hosted by Head of Professional Learning and Quality Assurance Michele Doull.   As one of the very first teachers in Scotland and the UK to work exclusively with pupils with Autism, Jim was closely involved in the early pioneering work, in the 1970s and 80s, in adapting educational thinking and teaching methods to the specific needs of children with Autism. Parents, professionals and young people with Autism themselves, credit him with supporting and enabling them to realise their full potential.   A 37 year career in Education and in the field of Autism has led to Jim having a wide range of experience, from teaching children with Autism from preschool age right through to the transition into adulthood. He has also a wide range of experience in working with Services providing support to Adults. Jim has seen how significant progress can be made when positive, meaningful partnerships are made with individuals, families and professionals.   For more information on Jim Taylor visit jimtaylorknowsautism.com    Visit our website at earlyyearsscotland.org   If you have any questions, or suggestions for future guests, please email [email protected]   Thanks for listening! Don't forget to leave a review. It would mean the world to us!