This Nursery World article reveals a new report into 'policy failure' in early years arts. Big decisions are being made about arts in education and early education and the creative artists are not involved in these decisions. Freelance artists who are working within early years settings to give children creative activities and the fundamental exploration into creativity are being 'excluded' from decisions on early years cultural policy.
50 Things to Do Before You're Five promotes activities for children, that not only provide opportunities for learning but also allow children to be as creative as possible. Exploring your own creativity is really important in developing your identity. We love this article by Nursery World as it sheds light on how little arts are regarded important in education right now. Arts and creative practice prepare children to be "school ready" too.
Read more about the full report, here.
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