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Early Excellence Podcast

Early Excellence
Early Childhood Education
Continuous Provision
50 Things To Do Before You're 5
Key Stage 1
Bees
Outdoor Storage
Communication and Language Development
Dora Rackham
Education
Child Development
Community Engagement
Outdoor Play
Writing Assessment
Health and Education Integration
Early Years
Early Years Education
EYFS
Language Development
Baking
Muddy Play

Join us as we discuss a diverse range of EYFS and KS1 best practice and provision, resourcing your Early Years environment and keep you up to date news and reviews from Ofsted & the DfE

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In this, our 200th Episode, we’re joined by Nancy Stewart. We explore Nancy’s career at the forefront of early years education and also the new updated version of Birth to 5 Matters.

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• Explore the Birth to 5 Matters Guidance

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What happens when you take early years learning outside the classroom — and into the woods?

Re-release: Originally aired on 24 Oct 2025

Claire Underwood shares her journey in early years education, from teaching in affluent areas to leading outdoor... more

Emma Weston is our guest for this week’s episode of the podcast. Emma is a Learning Designer at Verso International School in Bangkok. As part of the conversation, Emma takes us on a tour of their inspirational learning environments and we also explo... more

This week, we’re joined by Eugene Minogue, Interim Executive Director at Play England. We discuss the vital importance of play and the barriers to it within society. We also explore what needs to happen to create a positive cultural shift around play... more

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Recent Guests

Nancy Stewart
Educator at the forefront of early years education
Early Excellence (guest)
Episode: Birth to 5 Matters with Nancy Stewart
Emma Weston
Learning designer at Verso International School, Bangkok
Verso International School
Episode: Designing Inspirational Learning Opportunities with Emma Weston
Eugene Minogue
Interim Executive Director at Play England
Play England
Episode: Exploring the Vital Importance of Play with Eugene Minogue, Interim Executive Director, Play England
Anne Brass
Specialist Early Years Advisor for Durham Local Authority with years of experience in early years education.
Durham Local Authority
Episode: Navigating Change in Mixed-Age Classes: Challenges for Schools and Leaders
Kathryn Solly
Writer, consultant, and former head teacher with expertise in outdoor learning
Episode: Creating Inspiring Outdoor Spaces with Kathryn Solly
Lana Webster
Expert in early childhood education with a specialization in outdoor learning and Forest Schools.
Early Years Academy
Episode: The Transformative Power of Forest Schools with Lana Webster
Rebecca Mottram
Children's nurse and potty learning expert
Episode: Playful Potty Learning with Nurse Rebecca Mottram
Ruth Lue-Quee
Former Deputy Head Teacher and advocate for play-based learning, known online as My Mummy Teacher.
Episode: The Role of Play in Key Stage One Education with Ruth Lue-Quee
Sarah Seaman
An educator with a passion for outdoor learning, known as The Muddy Puddle Teacher.
Episode: The Muddy Puddle Teacher's Journey with Sarah Seaman

Host

Andy Burt
Host associated with Early Excellence Podcast; leads discussions on EYFS/KS1 practice, outdoor learning, and policy updates.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 53 ratings
  • So helpful

    All of your podcasts are so helpful and informative. I actually look forward to listening to them and coming back to them. Thank you for the time you take to put these together. Amy Banks, East Haddon Primary School

    Apple Podcasts
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    Mrs Banks EYFS KS1
    United Kingdom3 years ago

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Consistently thoughtful about outdoor learning and policy shifts
Engaging hosts, credible guests, and clear guidance for schools
Great range of expert guests and actionable takeaways
Informative and practical for practitioners

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Birth to 5 Matters with Nancy Stewart
Q: Would you mind giving us an introduction?
Nancy reflects on a long career across the early years sector, the shift from initiatives at the government level to sector-led development, and her role in shaping Birth to 5 Matters.
Playful Potty Learning with Nurse Rebecca Mottram
Q: What advice do you have for early years practitioners regarding potty training?
We need to ensure that early years settings and health professionals act as authoritative sources of information to support parents with potty training.
Playful Potty Learning with Nurse Rebecca Mottram
Q: What point did you get interested in potty training for young children?
My interest developed after having my own children and learning about different cultural practices surrounding potty training.
The Role of Play in Key Stage One Education with Ruth Lue-Quee
Q: Is it a case of watch this space now following the petition?
Yes, the petition is open until January 3rd, and we need to keep the signatures coming to strengthen the case for debate in Parliament.
The Role of Play in Key Stage One Education with Ruth Lue-Quee
Q: Was there a starting point for that? Was there a particular moment where you thought, right, I've got to do this?
It was a mixture of my experiences in schools and the realization that my own child needed play-based learning at school.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Early Excellence Podcast

What is Early Excellence Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The program focuses on EYFS and KS1 best practices, classroom design, outdoor learning, and play-based approaches across diverse educational settings. Episodes highlight practical strategies for leaders and teachers, such as transition-aware pedagogy, mixed-age class management, and outdoor learning innovations, with guest experts sharing tools, frameworks, and real-world implementations. Noteworthy is the strong emphasis on outdoor learning (Forest Schools, Wonderwood), design-thinking in primary contexts, and ongoing policy/practice discussions (Birth to 5 Matters, play-based learning, and curriculum evolution). The show often features practitioner voices, international perspectives, and practical takeaways for improving engagement, well-... more

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1. Nancy Stewart
2. Emma Weston
3. Eugene Minogue
4. Anne Brass
5. Kathryn Solly
6. Lana Webster
7. Rebecca Mottram
8. Ruth Lue-Quee

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