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Tapestry Talks

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Early Years Education
Education
Child Development
Community
Diversity In Children's Literature
BBC Teach
Ofsted
Grandparents
Neurodiversity
Sustainability
Mindfulness
Maya and Marley and the Great Big Tidy Up
Olu's Teacher
Storytelling
Wentworth Nursery School
Teachmate
Emotional Support
Recycling
Men In Early Years
Early Years Foundation Stage

Join the experienced education team at Tapestry the childhood education platform, alongside expert guests, for insightful discussions designed to enrich your practice and pedagogy in early years and primary education. Each episode delves into important topics, offering practical advice, fresh perspectives, and inspiring conversations to support children’s learning, wellbeing, and development.

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Latest Episodes

Child psychologist and neuroscientist Professor Sam Wass answers questions on how screen time can affect young children.

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Amber Ogunsanya-William joins Ben for a discussion on her role as a play consultant and worker.

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Technology in Early Years education, digital literacy, and online safety - what do educators need to know now? On this month's Tapestry Talks, Ben and Kat sit down with Princess Souassou Tsiagbe for a practical conversation on using technology to enh... more

For Tapestry's 200th podcast, directors Helen and Steve sat down to highlight a few of their favourite previous episodes and reflect on where they see the podcast going over the next year, as well as some big moments that happened for Tapestry over t... more

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What to consider to ensure child-centred transition from Reception to Year 1, with Michelle Windridge, National Education Lead for School-based EYFS at Twinkl.

Becca and Stephen are joined by Dr Ben Levy who is and Educational Psychologist and magician who has developed a framework to enhance pupil engagement and performance. They discuss the 5 aspects of the framework and how it can be applied in early yea... more

Neurodiversity affirming practice for autistic girls and a glimpse into the ethos behind Ashley’s House – a new centre where a life-skills programme is central to the curriculum. With Dipaley Patel, Speech and Language Associate Practitioner and moth... more

Stephen chats with Simon Airey, who is a neurodivergent teacher and advocate for Inclusion. They discuss what inclusion means to Simon, his top tips for inclusive learning spaces and the importance of 'connection over correction'.

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Recent Guests

Sam Wass
Professor of Psychology and Neuroscience; Director of the Institute of Science of the Early Years; author
Institute of Science of the Early Years
Episode: Screen Time - Parents ask Sam Wass
Amber Ogunsanya-William
Play worker, NSPCC play champion, inclusive play consultant, worker, and advocate
Independent play professional and advocate
Episode: Play is a Lifeline
Dr. Ben Levy
Educational psychologist and magician known for his engagement framework.
Magic Lessons
Episode: Magic Lessons - Enhancing Engagement in the Classroom
Neil Leitch
Chief Executive Officer of the Early Years Alliance, passionate advocate for the early years sector.
Early Years Alliance
Episode: Neil Leitch on Childcare Deserts, School Based Nurseries and Workforce Sustainability
Sean Chandler
A deaf musician and educator who advocates for deaf identity and accessibility.
Episode: A conversation about deaf identity and BSL
Lizzie Wharton
A qualified BSL interpreter with extensive experience in the deaf community.
Episode: A conversation about deaf identity and BSL
Frances Akinde
Educator, author, and neurodiversity champion
Episode: Be an Ally not a Bystander
Zynab Al Bahrani
Mother of two autistic sons, autism consultant and speech and language practitioner.
Happy Chatters
Episode: Neurodiversity affirming parenting and practice
Joanne Lo
Education consultant specializing in nurturing teachers and children
Episode: Creating a culture of mindfulness and wellbeing in your setting or school

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Jules
Host/Co-host of The Tapestry Podcast
Stephen
Host/Co-host of The Tapestry Podcast

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Screen Time - Parents ask Sam Wass
Q: Why do meltdowns sometimes occur when a screen is turned off, and how should families respond?
Meltdowns can reflect a fight-or-flight response due to the stress and predictability disruption; outdoor time and transitions help reset stress systems and prevent escalation.
Screen Time - Parents ask Sam Wass
Q: What would healthy screen use look like, especially for young children and neurodiverse kids?
Healthy use includes age-appropriate, slow-paced content with repetition, limited dense auditory information, and strong emphasis on co-viewing and using screen time as a basis for conversation and language development, particularly for neurodiverse children.
Screen Time - Parents ask Sam Wass
Q: Are there developmental benefits to parents who actively plan and vary what children watch rather than letting them fall into repetitive viewing habits?
Yes, varying content and allowing some guided choice can help children learn to predict outcomes, but repetition also serves a learning function for prediction, especially for younger children; balance between novelty and repetition supports learning.
Screen Time - Parents ask Sam Wass
Q: Given that most children will eventually have access to screens, is there an age you consider too young, and if so, why?
There is a developing case that early childhood is a sensitive period where pacing and attention capture matter greatly; evidence suggests we should limit fast, high-stimulation content and prioritize slow, predictable experiences and co-viewing to support development.
Supporting positive transitions from Reception to Year 1
Q: What are the potential outcomes of a positive transition between reception and Year 1?
Children feeling comfortable, safe, and having positive relationships significantly impacts their learning and development.

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A practical, practitioner-focused show exploring early years and primary education through expert guests and educators. Episodes commonly center on play-based learning, the integration of technology in early education, transitions between year groups, classroom engagement strategies, neurodiversity and inclusion, mindful practices for wellbeing, and policy or workforce issues impacting schools and nurseries. The format often blends personal stories, research-informed insights, and actionable takeaways for teachers, leaders, and parents. A standout quality is the mix of hands-on strategies (from hands-on play to tech tools and mindfulness routines) with broader systemic perspectives, making it useful for both classroom practice and program d... more

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1. Sam Wass
2. Amber Ogunsanya-William
3. Dr. Ben Levy
4. Neil Leitch
5. Sean Chandler
6. Lizzie Wharton
7. Frances Akinde
8. Zynab Al Bahrani

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