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Clebran: Early Years in Focus

by Early Years Wales · English · Kids & Family

Welcome to Clebran: Early Years in Focus, a podcast delivered to you by Early Years Wales. This podcast is for any individual who is interested in early years. Whether you are a practitioner who wants to delve deeper into theories behind child development, a parent looking for helpful tips and tri

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Typical length
48 min
Latest
9 Oct 2026
Language
English

Latest episode

9 Oct 2026 · 55 min

2: Understanding the Gen Z Workforce

In this new episode of Clebran: Early Years in Focus has been released, we turn the spotlight on one of the sector's most pressing workforce issues: how early years settings can successfully attract, support and retain Gen Z employees. With recruitment and retention continuing to challenge nurseries and early years providers across the country, this episode aims to offer managers practical, actionable guidance rather than abstract theory. The discussion centres on what a new generation of practitioners is really looking for from their working life, and how settings can adapt to meet those…

Earlier episodes 4 most recent

  1. E10 · 10 Sep 2026 · 37 min

    EMERGENCY EPISODE: The State of Child Health in Wales

    This week brought two major reports on children in Wales. The State of Child Health: Wales report, published today by the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health, as well as earlier this week Wales' PISA results were released. Both reports identify some concerning trends. In this emergency episode of Clebran: Early Years in Focus, Early Years Wales asks what's shaping both trends, and how our sector and society can come together to build an environment that truly supports children from all backgrounds with their physical and cognitive developmental needs. You can read the RCPCH's…

  2. E6 · 27 Aug 2026 · 48 min

    1: The Joy of Movement for Children and Adults

    In the first episode of the Clebran: Early Years in focus, hosted by Early Years Wales, Dave and Leo are joined by Professor Diane Craft, who talks to us about the vital role that movement has in the development of young children. Diane shares her insights, research, and examples of how and why movement is so important. You can find out more about Diane and her work below: Website here: https://activeplaybooks.com/ Diane’s email: [email protected] If you have any questions for us, we’d love to hear from you: Email: [email protected] You can also find out more about our work by…

  3. E7 · 23 Jul 2026 · 1 hr 10 min

    PLAYDAY CELEBRATION SPECIAL: Play on a shoestring

    We know how challenging it can be when it comes to funding and resources for accessible, sustainable play, so we were delighted when childhood development expert, and Kirstine Beeley, child development expert agreed to share her top tips for settings! From accessible donation ideas, parent & carer involvement, to multi use house hold items, charity shop bargains and more….we’ve even got LoveSpoons in there! And for the outdoors, we’re talking tyres, guttering and crates, plus nature’s bounty – all available for free! This is a wonderful conversation, packed with helpful, practical,…

  4. E1 · 21 Jul 2026 · 3 min

    0: Introduction

    Welcome to Clebran: Early Years in Focus, a podcast delivered to you by Early Years Wales. This podcast is for any individual who is interested in early years. Whether you are a practitioner who wants to delve deeper into theories behind child development, a parent looking for helpful tips and tricks to support their child, or an individual interested in pursuing a career in the early years, this podcast is for you. Follow us to keep up to date with the latest episodes!

About Clebran: Early Years in Focus

Welcome to Clebran: Early Years in Focus, a podcast delivered to you by Early Years Wales. This podcast is for any individual who is interested in early years. Whether you are a practitioner who wants to delve deeper into theories behind child development, a parent looking for helpful tips and tri

Clebran: Early Years in Focus is a English kids & family podcast from Early Years Wales. Melo plays each episode straight from the publisher's own feed — no ads added, no account needed — and remembers where you stopped, in this browser only.

Publisher
Early Years Wales
Language
English
New episodes
Monthly
Typical length
48 min
Latest episode
9 Oct 2026
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