Wiltshire Early Years & Childcare

02/06/2026

01/06/2026

Weekly updates to nurseries & childminders from the Director of Education and Skills, can be found on the Early Years Resource Page: https://orlo.uk/mIZ28
Setting Managers, please do take a look and check out the latest communications on Right Choice.👇
https://orlo.uk/HisqB
If you need help accessing your account please contact the friendly team at Right Choice 👇👇
email us at: [email protected]

28/05/2026

Early Years settings, have you seen the latest screen guidance for under 5's from the DfE?
The DfE have created new evidence-informed guidance to support parents and carers in shaping healthy screen time habits for little brains.
Login to Right Choice to view the article sent this week:
https://orlo.uk/45S61 (LOGIN on Right Choice)
Wiltshire Early Years & Childcare

28/05/2026

27/05/2026

Didn’t get a chance to come and speak to us during Foster Care Fortnight?

Our fostering events and online information sessions run all year round - so you can still meet the team, ask questions and explore whether fostering could be right for you.
Chatting doesn’t commit you to anything.

👉 View upcoming events:
https://orlo.uk/ZKxcI

22/05/2026

Starting School - It is an exciting time for parents preparing for their child to start school in Reception.
However, this excitement can often be met with worry, as uncertain times can raise questions and worries.
The way early years professionals and schools talk about this transition can play an important role in helping families feel reassured and confident.
If you are a setting manager or primary teacher in , please login to Right Choice to read the really useful article from Dan Saturely.
Dan's article contains important guidance and a link to 'Starting in Reception'.
https://orlo.uk/NTEKm (Login to Access)
Wiltshire Early Years & Childcare

19/05/2026

Asbestos in consumer products❗
schools and settings, please login to Right Choice to read the latest article regarding concerns about the possible presence of asbestos in some play sand products.
While the reported cases appear to have mainly affected the North East, a national recall has been issued for certain potentially affected products.
https://orlo.uk/pbSBZ LOGIN TO ACCESS
Wiltshire Early Years & Childcare

19/05/2026

15/05/2026

Parents and carers across Wiltshire are being encouraged to share their views on childcare as part of a new survey launched by Wiltshire Council.

The council wants to hear about childcare needs, affordability, hours required and any gaps in local provision to help shape future support for families across the county.

The survey closes on Friday 29 May.

Find out more and take part via the comment below…