Early years leadership
As an early years leader the key to good quality leadership is setting high standards of care. As well as having a clear, ambitious vision which promotes a strong safeguarding culture.
Birth to 5 matters remind us that the 4 principles of the EYFS thread through leadership and quality improvement, just as they apply to young children. Quality improvement and leadership – Birth To 5 Matters
In summary:
- every setting is unique with its own strengths and challenges. A good leader recognises and celebrates this, offering tailored provision to meet the needs of their children and families
- forming positive relationships with practitioners, families, and other agencies is key to fostering trusting and collaborative working relationships which impact children positively
- practitioners need an enabling environment where they feel safe and a sense of belonging. They need opportunities to embed and extend their own learning
- a good leader will empower others to reflect on practice and continue to learn and develop their thinking around early years themes ensuring we are doing our very best for children and families
The following resources have been chosen to support your leadership journey.