Posts by Kindred Squared
The Association of School and College Leaders (ASCL) comment on Kindred Squared report on school readiness
Pepe Di’Iasio, General Secretary of the Association of School and College Leaders, responds to a report from Kindred Squared, suggesting a growing number of pupils are not school ready when they start in reception. Click here to read the full press release.
Read MoreThe Telegraph: Screen time damages toddlers’ speech, study finds
A major UK study found that toddlers who spend long periods on screens have significantly smaller vocabularies and more behavioural issues, with negative effects becoming clear after about 86 minutes a day. In response, the government plans to issue non-judgmental guidance for parents on managing screen time later in April 2026. Read the full article…
Read MoreBBC News: High screen time limits vocabulary in toddlers, research finds
Government research shows high screen time in under-fives is linked to poorer vocabulary and attention, prompting plans for England’s first official guidance on toddler screen use. Ministers say screens should be used more intentionally, alongside reading and interaction, rather than replacing them. Read the full article here.
Read MoreNursery World Magazine: Government gives backing to new potty training guidance by early years experts
The new Potty Training Guide covers when to start potty training, how to get all children enthusiastic about using the potty and toilet, and has practical advice and ideas to help parents. Read all about it in Nursery World Magazine, the full article is available here.
Read MoreNMT: Government backs potty training guide
NMT shared details on the recently published Potty Training Guide, noting that it was developed by a coalition of early years organisations and has the backing of the UK Government. Read the full article here.
Read MoreLBC: Kindred Squared Director, Felicity Gillespie, speaks to Nick Ferrari about the Potty Training Guide
Kindred Squared Director, Felicity Gillespie, speaks to Nick Ferrari about the Potty Training Guide. Listen to the interview here [from 2:36:49]
Read MoreNetmums: ‘School readiness is critical’ – New potty training guide launches for parents as 1 in 4 children start school in nappies
Netmums shared detail on the new Potty Training Guide, noting: “It’s a major new venture, backed for the first time by both the Education Secretary and the Health Secretary as early years experts and ministers say parents deserve clearer, consistent advice.” Read the full article here.
Read MoreThe Mirror: Parents given potty guidance to stop teachers wasting hours toilet-training kids
The Mirror shares detail on the Potty Training Guide definition and website. Read the full article here.
Read MoreNetmums: Is your child ‘school-ready?’ – 29 key skills your reception-age child should know
Netmums shares detail on the Starting Reception definition and website. Read the full article here.
Read MoreMade for Mums: School readiness secrets – what experts say every child should know before starting reception
Kindred Squared Chief Executive, Felicity Gillespie, spoke with Made for Mums about the Starting Reception definition and website. Read the full article here.
Read MoreTES: What if… we all agreed what children should learn before age 5?
As part of TES Magazine’s thought experiment series, Kindred Squared Chief Executive, Felicity Gillespie, argues that we need universal agreement on early development, from when to toilet train to ‘learning’ for babies and toddlers. Read the full article here.
Read MoreBBC News: More school-starters missing key skills, teachers say
BBC News refers to Kindred Squared annual School Readiness survey results when reporting on a recent Teacher Tapp poll. Read the full article here.
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