Upstart can't thank Kaukab Stewart MSP enough for tabling this motion for a later school starting age & national kindergarten system. Onwards and upwards!
@creativestar Tam Baillie Willie French Cosy Direct Carol Craig
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How long will it take to convince policymakers of the longterm significance of early childhood experiences? And that early childhood extends from birth to 8?
Kate Johnston Lesley young Suzanne Zeedyk Dawn Ewan Willie French Tam Baillie
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Being a parent isn’t always easy, and we all need a bit of support from time to time. If you have a lot of stresses in your life it can be hard to meet your child’s needs. If you are worried about this, it's okay to ask for support. #KeepingKidsSafe

Well spotted Nuzhat - we need to be ever vigilant in these instances

Juggling jobs or shift work can make it really difficult for parents to find people to look after their kids, but rather than leave your kids on their own please ask for some help and support. buff.ly/3prsvYV #KeepingKidsSafe

If you’re worried about a friend or classmate, you can talk to a trusted person, like a teacher, someone at one of your clubs, the parent of a friend. You can call Childline free of charge on 0800 1111 to get help and advice. It's always better to say something. #KeepingKidSafe

Signs of child abuse can be difficult to spot. But individuals & #communities can play a big part to keep children safe – especially over the upcoming summer holidays when children and young people will be out and about more. Be alert - and act on your concerns. #KeepingKidsSafe

🎧🗣️Takeover episode of the Play Well Podcast!

The next few episodes of the podcast are reflections from the IPA Conference in Glasgow.

In this episode, Tam Baillie poses questions from children around the world to Philip D. Jaffé. 👉spreaker.com/user/15142758/…

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What a fabulous night at the #ipaglasgow2023 ceilidh! Scottish dancing led by the wonderful band Life O’ Reilly. Such a treat for us to host international delegates from around the world - thank you for joining in so enthusiastically!

Having a blast at the #IPAGlasgow2023 conference!

St Mirin’s Primary School has arrived☺️👏

Our fabulous children & families ROCKING the IPAGlasgow2023 this morning! The power of play, human connection & creativity improves our lives. It does ‘take a village’ & I’m honoured to be part of this one Licketyspit Theatre & Play Company 🧡 #Storyplay #ChildrensRights #Scotland

It's play day at #IPAGlasgow2023 🤸‍♀️🌳

Thanks for all the donations from Alex Docherty - Member Pioneer Cheyenne - Member Pioneer Croftfoot Co Op, and @strathmorewater !! We are fuelled up with fruit and water for a day of play in the sun 🌞

#OutdoorPlayIStheWay

Great way to end a fantastic week IPAGlasgow2023 everyone singing the Jeely piece song with English subtitles before it. #playrevolution 🙊

Thank you Helen - we’re loving hearing that people found the conference so fun, friendly, warm - and even sunny!

A wonderful evening as an intruder with the Board of the International Play Association @IPA #IPAGlasgow2023 #UNCRC #childrensrights

For children’s right to PLAY, it was the most empowering moment in my life with these great ladies! Thank you Adefunke, Marianne, Mine, Maryna, Monique, and of course Theresa! Thank you IPAGlasgow2023!

What a week! Connecting with amazing people and being inspired by so many. The future in play research is bright! Glasgow, you were ace! IPAGlasgow2023 Professor Helen Dodd Rachel Nesbit Lily FitzGibbon Gill Hearnshaw

In a deep reflection process on #IPAGlasgow2023 last week IPAGlasgow2023 It is an honor to have had the great opportunity to do the 'Researching Play Across the Generations' conversation session with Professors Roger Hart and John McKendrick McKendrick_GCU Thank you very much!😊👏

With Natalie Don, Scotland's Minister for Children, Young People and Keeping the Promise, Robyn Monro-Miller, Margaret Westwood, and Tam Ballie at #IPAGlasgow2023 (International Play Association)

It’s here!! It’s a real privilege to peek inside the opening ceremony of #IPAGlasgow2023 ! Such a warm atmosphere GCU Events! The amazing steering committee have done a fantastic job! We’re so proud to be hosting this wonderful conference in #Glasgow ! Welcome everyone! 😊🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿