Early Bloom

At Early Bloom, hosted by Blossom, we create connections between everyone in the early years. Expect insights into the industry, conversations with sector experts, and discussions on hot topics that affect us all. Whether you're an early years educator, nursery manager, owner or even a parent, there's something here for everyone.

Early Bloom is a education podcast hosted by Blossom, with 11 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Blossom hosts Early Bloom, a education show with 11 episodes published.

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  Sophie Allen: Montessori in Practice, Pedagogy and Developing Independence

  Nov 2, 202525 minS0

  <p>In this episode we’re joined by Sophie Allen, an early years educator and consultant specialising in the Montessori approach. Sophie has over 9 years of experience in the sector, from working in Montessori schools to being the Montessori lead at an EdTech company.</p><p>During our conversation we cover:</p><p>- The difference between pedagogy and curriculumin early years</p><p>- How to choose a pedagogical approach that alignswith your setting</p><p>- The Montessori principles and what makes asetting a Montessori nursery</p><p>- The benefits of the Montessori approach</p><p>- Pare...

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  Katie Taylor: Outdoor Play, Forest Schools and Maximising Learning Outdoors

  Oct 5, 202526 minS2

  <p>In this episode we’re joined by Katie Taylor, an EYFS teacher and consultant, forest school leader, and founder of Early Years Outdoor. Katie is also the author of ‘The Nature Adventure Book’ and a passionate advocate for outdoor learning in the early years.</p><p>During our conversation we cover:</p><p>- Barriers educators face when it comes to outdoorplay, and how to overcome them</p><p>- How to make the most out of your outdoor space,even when budget is tight</p><p>- Forest school principles and how to become aforest school leader</p><p>- Ba...

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  Cheryl Warren: Neurodiversity Affirming Practice, Inclusive Environments and Ofsted

  Aug 31, 202539 minS2

  <p>In this episode, we’re welcoming Cheryl Warren, an award-winning early years trainer and consultant, specialising in neurodiversity. Cheryl is the founder of Aperion Training and author of ‘Neurodiversity in the Early Years’. She works with nurseries and schools across the country providing SEND support and creating spaces where children thrive.</p><p>During our conversation we cover:</p><p>- What inclusive practice is and what this looks like in settings</p><p>- Being a neuro-affirming educator</p><p>- Ofsted’s focus on inclusion and being confident in your conversations with inspectors</p><p>- Strategies for refl...

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  Alex Dave: Digital Media Use, Parental Partnership and Online Safety in the Early Years

  Aug 3, 202539 minS2

  <p>In this episode, we’re joined by Alex Dave, a safeguarding education officer at LGfL. Alex has a degree in early childhood and over 15 years of experience in the education and safeguarding sector.</p><p><br></p><p>During our conversation we cover:</p><p>- Eye-opening statistics around 3-5 year old’sdigital media use</p><p>- How digital media can support learning anddevelopment</p><p>- Creating a whole-setting approach to digitalmedia use</p><p>- The importance of online safeguarding</p><p>- Ways early years settings can work with parentson screen time and digital media use...

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  Lucy Lewin: Courageous Leadership, Positive Safeguarding and Gen Z Educators

  Jul 6, 202546 minS2

  <p>In this episode, we’re welcoming back to the podcast a guest from Season 1, Lucy Lewin. Lucy is the owner of Little Angels Uppingham Nursery, the founder of the Profitable Nursery Academy, a business coach and a passionate voice in the industry. </p><p>During our conversation we cover:</p><p>- How Lucy dealt with the emotions of an inadequate Ofsted judgement</p><p>- The difference between a leader and manager</p><p>- Whistleblowing in the early years and having professional courage</p><p>- The Gen Z educator</p><p>Enjoy!</p><p><br></p><p>Lu...

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