Early Years Scotland

This e-learning module will deepen your understanding of the lived experience of Armed Forces families in the early years and how settings can support babies and young children from forces connected families. FREE for anyone with an interest. earlyyearsscotland.org/product/supp...

We are seeking an ambitious and knowledgeable Service Manager to lead the development, delivery, and growth of our Inclusion Services, building on the incredible success of our Creating Caring Connections programme. 👉 Find out more and apply today: earlyyearsscotland.org/jobs/service...

Our colleagues Tracey and Wendy are on our information stand at the Children's Health Scotland conference in Stirling today. We also have our own Louise and Laura delivering a presentation on the HENRY programme at the event.

We had another fabulous Friday at our play & learning session at Pollok, Glasgow. We were using new and engaging resources to support the children in developing healthy eating habits, and developing their balance, coordination and gross motor skills

We're delighted to announce that we've been awarded £1 million through the Scottish Government's Childcare Support Fund. This funding will help us provide flexible childcare support to over 300 low-income families across Scotland, removing childcare barriers to employment, education & training.

At our Stay Play & Learn session at Bonhill we had fun with some sensory water play. We added lemons and limes to encourage the children to explore their senses, develop their fine motor skills, and enjoy a fun, refreshing learning experience

We are recruiting for a range of roles: ➡ Family Engagement Practitioners ➡ Project Manager ➡ Marketing Lead ➡ Evaluation and Storytelling Lead ➡ Finance Administrator ➡ HR Administrator Go to our website for full details: earlyyearsscotland.org/jobs/

We've been bowled over by the feedback on our first ever Early Years Scotland Awards at the weekend. It really was a day to get together and celebrate the passion and commitment of each and everyone of us who work to give Scotland's children the very best start in life.

At our outdoor session at Hamiltonhill Claypits Local Nature Reserve in Glasgow, we welcomed the lovely Nia from RSPB Scotland, who swooped in with a brilliant bird‑themed adventure!

Are you a passionate, confident, and supportive individual looking to make a real difference? We are seeking a Family Support Worker to support families at our Early Years Scotland Family Support Service at HMP Dumfries. Interested? 👉 earlyyearsscotland.org/jobs/family-support-worker-hmp-dumfries/

At our Learning Together Through Play sessions and family visits in HMP Perth, dads and their families have enjoyed a range of themed sensory activities that promote positive, nurturing interactions.

All the entries for our first ever Early Years Scotland Awards are in, and we're getting excited as the clock ticks down to the big day. Join us at the Raddison Blu Glasgow on Saturday 15 August for an afternoon tea and awards ceremony hosted by top entertainer Edward Reid. Book at bit.ly/eys26book

Are you an experienced leader with a passion for improving outcomes for Scotland’s youngest children and their families? We're seeking a Development & Support Officer to provide high-quality support to our members across Fife. earlyyearsscotland.org/jobs/lead-de...

Are you a passionate, confident, and supportive individual looking to make a real difference? We are seeking a Family Support Worker to support families at our Early Years Scotland Family Support Service at HMP Dumfries. Interested? 👉 earlyyearsscotland.org/jobs/family-support-worker-hmp-dumfries/

The very best of luck to Emma Smith, one of our amazing volunteers at our Family Visitor Centre at HMP Low Moss, who is running the Edinburgh half-marathon on Sunday to raise funds for our work with children and families. There's still time to sponsor Emma here 👇👇👇

Early Years Scotland is part of the @coopuk Local Community Fund. To find out more about our project and choose to support us, click here: membership.coop.co.uk/causes/94800

Nominations are now open for the first ever Early Years Scotland Awards! The awards will shine a light on the people & settings making a difference. Categories include creativity, nurture, family partnership & Gaelic early years practice. Full details👉 bit.ly/EYSawards26

The babies at our Stay Play and Learn sessions in West Dunbartonshire have been enjoying rolling on their tummies and some sensory play activities. The older children have been playing with toys that promote fine and gross motor skills, construction play and small world play

We collaborated with the early learning & childcare (ELC) sector, the families of children under 5 that we work with and on behalf of, and the children themselves to produce our manifesto for the 2026 Scottish Parliament elections. Download the full manifesto earlyyearsscotland.org/wp-content/u...

When families’ incomes fall, involvement with children’s social care increases and when incomes rise, the need for more intensive intervention reduces. That’s the conclusion of a new study by @kingstonuniversity.bsky.social, @Sussex.ac.uk @researchip.bsky.social Read more: buff.ly/nlwh0yy

The families from our Womb to Move and Fit by Five service enjoyed an outing in the Spring sunshine to Pollok Country Park in Glasgow. Getting outside to play supports healthy growth and encourages problem solving, creativity and imagination.

Help us make a difference to Scotland's youngest children and their families. Early Years Scotland is part of the Co-op Local Community Fund. Download the Co-op App, become a member and choose our cause, so we can receive a share of £5m. membership.coop.co.uk/causes/94800...

Early Years Scotland has collaborated with the early learning and childcare (ELC) sector, the families of children under 5 that we work with and on behalf of, and the children themselves to produce our manifesto for the 2026 Scottish Parliament elections. earlyyearsscotland.org/wp-content/u...

We're asking the next Scottish Government to take action to ensure that all early learning and childcare (ELC) settings are able to provide the dedicated, focused support that children with Additional Support needs (ASN) need and deserve. earlyyearsscotland.org/.../2026/04/...

Over the Easter break, families from both our Rise & Shine service and Roots to Rise at Bridgeton Community Learning Campus in Glasgow had a fantastic time visiting @crossreach.bsky.social Centre in Erskine.

Early Years Scotland has collaborated with the early learning and childcare (ELC) sector, the families of children under 5 that we work with and on behalf of, and the children themselves to produce our manifesto for the 2026 Scottish Parliament elections. earlyyearsscotland.org/eys-launches...

Are you an experienced leader with a passion for improving outcomes for Scotland’s youngest children and their families? Early Years Scotland is seeking a dynamic and committed Service Manager. Full details at earlyyearsscotland.org/jobs/service...

Today we were delighted to share the findings of our Family Engagement Practitioner Charlene MacDonald’s MEd dissertation with the First Minister. Charlene’s research offers powerful insights into the impact of our work in Scottish prisons. @johnswinney.bsky.social

Early Years Scotland has issued a response to the SNP's childcare policy announcement made earlier this week. earlyyearsscotland.org/early-years-...

Team EYS members Wendy and Laura are at the Health & Wellbeing Festival at Glasgow City Chambers today, promoting our membership services and HENRY programmes.

Help us make a difference to Scotland's youngest children and their families. Early Years Scotland is part of the Co-op Local Community Fund. Download the Co-op App, become a member and choose our cause, so we can receive a share of £5m. membership.coop.co.uk/causes/94800...

This virtual event is for all staff/volunteers who have contact with children and/or, anyone who hasn't received safeguarding training previously or is in need of refreshed input, and anyone new to working with children and families in Scotland. Free for EYS members/£35 others bit.ly/4b9Xa6l

We've started a new block of Little Riders & Striders at the Clydebank Hub in West Dunbartonshire. The children were introduced to the balance bikes, we explored helmet safety, and worked on balancing, braking & control. We then walked to the park for a story and some chalk play.

The children and families from our Rise & Shine service enjoyed a night at Glasgow Science Centre and IMAX cinema. The Community Learning team at the centre invited the families along to help celebrate the wonderful communities throughout the city and the Science Centre itself turning 25 years old.

We have a vacancy for a part-time Office Administrator (Maternity Cover), to join our team at our Glasgow office. Find out more 👉 earlyyearsscotland.org/jobs/office_...

Did you know that Early Years Scotland is one of a number of organisations providing support services in Scottish prisons? Check out the latest newsletter for prison visitor centres and support services 👉https://bit.ly/newsletter0126

STV News visited our Roots to Rise service at BCDC in Barmulloch, Glasgow, to talk to parents and staff about the support the families receive. The service is supported by funding from Glasgow City Council/All Age Childcare. news.stv.tv/politics/inc...

You can help us make a difference to Scotland's youngest children and their families. We are part of the Co-op Local Community Fund. Download the Co-op App, become a member and choose our cause, so we can receive a share of £5m.👉Visit membership.coop.co.uk/causes/94800

Are you a passionate, confident, and supportive individual looking to make a real difference? We are seeking a Family Support Worker to support families at our Early Years Scotland Family Support Service at HMP Greenock earlyyearsscotland.org/jobs/family-...

Children and families from our Children Affected by Parental Imprisonment Programme at HMP Dumfries enjoyed their Christmas party recently, with Santa dropping in to spread some festive cheer 😊 @scottishprisons.bsky.social

Huge thanks to the lovely team at our charity partner Hacking and Paterson Management Services who raised almost £300 to support our work with young children and families.The team got well into the Christmas spirit by hosting Festive Fashion Friday across their Glasgow and Edinburgh offices.

As the year draws to a close, we've been reflecting on our work supporting young children and families across Scotland. Our most recent annual report highlighted the impact of our range of services. 👇 heyzine.com/flip-book/ed...

The children at our Womb to Move & Fit by Five sessions in Pollok, Glasgow, have been concentrating and developing their sensory system. This is called the vestibular system which gives us our sense of balance and spatial awareness, & helps children coordinate their large and fine motor movements.

We were delighted to welcome @nataliedon-innes.bsky.social to our Rise & Shine service in Glasgow city centre. Rise & Shine is a vibrant hub providing young children, living in temporary accommodation, with much-needed play and learning opportunities

Read our newly published evaluation report on our Children Affected by Parental Imprisonment Programme, which runs across seven Scottish prisons. 👉 bit.ly/3XeAgmM 👈

Early Years Scotland's Young Children Affected by Parental Imprisonment Programme runs in 6 prisons across the country, supporting prisoners & their children & families through play & learning sessions, family support service, & our family visitor centre at HMP Low Moss 👉https://bit.ly/eysprisons

Our online mini self-study courses support and improve early years practice. The courses take approximately one hour and can be completed in your own time. All courses now cost only £12 for EYS members/£20 others. Full details of all courses at earlyyearsscotland.org/.../miniself...

At our Baby Stay Play and Learn session in Renfrewshire, the children enjoyed making their own playdough—exploring textures through mixing, kneading and shaping. These sensory-rich experiences support creativity, fine motor development and imaginative play.

Huge thanks to Connor from Cycling Scotland for taking our latest Little Riders & Striders session at Bridgeton Community Learning Campus in Glasgow. After our eager cyclists practised their peddling, the families went to find the fairies who live in the woods before we made our nature fairy wands.

The heavy showers didn't put off our Little Riders and Striders in Dumbarton as they worked on their balance & coordination skills. The Little Riders and Striders sessions are run in partnership with We are Cycling UK , Strathclyde Partnership for Transport, and @transportscotland.bsky.social