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Papers, Blogs, Advocacy and Celebrations
This page is your 'one-stop-shop' for the latest work of TACTYC in line with our manifesto to advocate, lobby, support and inform. Our reflections, occasional papers, and blogs are all peer reviewed and presented below, you can filter these below. We have a rich archive of reflection papers that are available in the 'Reflection Papers Archive' post.
We also use this space to celebrate community achievements and to share those presenters who wrote a paper at our annual conference.
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Our Archived Reflection Papers 2013-2015
Our Reflection papers have been going since 2005 and contain a rich insight into the history of Early Years research from a wide range of...
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Apr 7, 20253 min read
Our Archived Reflection Papers 2016-2018
Our Reflection papers have been going since 2005 and contain a rich insight into the history of Early Years research from a wide range of...
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Apr 7, 20252 min read
Our Archived Reflection Papers 2019-2021
Our Reflection papers have been going since 2005 and contain a rich insight into the history of Early Years research from a wide range of...
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Apr 7, 20252 min read
TACTYC are proud collaborators with Play Matters!
Play matters launched this month. Here is a link to download it for free or purchase a copy. The power of play is undisputed by those...
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Mar 28, 20251 min read
Play in Uganda: Nurturing Learning through Play-Based Classrooms by Dr Lewis Fogarty
In this blog, Dr Lewis Fogarty reflects on his time in rural Uganda, exploring using play-based learning to boost engagement,...
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Mar 28, 20251 min read
Advocating for Early Years: Representing TACTYC at the House of Lords
Recently, I had the honour of being invited to the House of Lords to represent TACTYC and present our poster of recommendations,...
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Mar 6, 20253 min read
Working with My MP to Advocate for the PVI Sector and ECEC Profession
With over two decades of experience in daycare settings, transitioning into consultancy was an eye-opener. It became clear how similar...
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Mar 6, 20254 min read
Alfie and his Lolly: My values as an EYT, a reflection paper by Sovay Bass-Carruthers:
Alfie and his Lolly: My values as an EYT , is a reflective account of the author's ethical stance and values as a trainee Early Years...
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Mar 6, 20251 min read
Understanding the impact of child to adult ratios for 2 year olds by Dr Aaron Bradbury
Recent changes to child-to-adult ratios in England are reshaping early education, impacting quality, educator well-being, and children's...
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Feb 17, 20251 min read
Unlocking the Power of Play: The Role of Reflective Journaling in Daycare Settings by Joelle Feudjo Maneze
In this blog, Joelle Feudjo Maneze argues that play in daycare isn't just fun; it's essential for children's growth. She suggests...
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Jan 14, 20251 min read
Play is a four letter word by Dr Sue Allingham
Dr Sue Allingham explores play in our latest blog, she suggests... " Play may be dusty and messy, but new dreams are underway. It is our...
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Jan 6, 20251 min read
Reflection Paper: A critical discussion of the appropriate use of technology in the Early Years Foundation Stage by Emily Matthews-White
Emily is in the final year of her BA QTS Primary education degree at St Mary's University, Twickenham ( click here to learn more about...
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Dec 18, 20241 min read
Blog by Dr Viki Veale: Learning to play well together in Reception classes
As former TACTYC Chair, Janet Moyles (2010) pointed out in ‘The Excellence of Play’, the value of play in early education is undisputed,...
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Nov 18, 20243 min read
Reflection Paper Winner 2024 - Grace Murphy: "Can I play with you?"
Access the full paper below from Grace Murphy titled “Can I play with you?". The paper is a reflection on the current accessibility of...
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Nov 2, 20241 min read
Conference Paper by Vikki Wynn and colleagues
Capturing the ‘magical possibilities’ within the Inspiring Foundations (IF) Team of maintained nursery schools and valuing practitioner...
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Oct 25, 20241 min read
Conference Paper by Stuart Busby
The challenges Tanzanian schools face when tackling disruption to learning for vulnerable pupils during the cost-of-living crisis. Stuart...
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Oct 25, 20241 min read
Conference Paper by Joelle Feudjo Maneze
Bridging Cultural Gaps in Early Childhood Education and Care: Strengthening Parent-Practitioner Partnerships to Support Minority...
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Oct 25, 20241 min read
Conference Paper by Poppy Gibson and Jayne Carter
Early Years Essentials: Linking theory to provision in the Early Years Dr Poppy Gibson: The Open University and Jayne Carter: Ignite...
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Oct 25, 20241 min read
Conference Paper by Dr Janet Morris
Learning with families about conversations with young children: connection, interests, experiences. Dr Janet Morris: University of...
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Oct 25, 20241 min read
Conference Paper by Eva Mikuska and Andre Kurowski
Language and gender: Early Childhood Studies students voice Dr Eva Mikuska: University of Portsmouth, and Dr Andre Kurowski: University...
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Oct 25, 20241 min read
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