This article and podcast episode explore how the early years pupil premium (EYPP) can be used to strengthen practice and promote greater equity across the early childhood community. Drawing on research and professional experience, they reflect on why relationships with families matter, what evidence tells us about effective use of funding, and how a focus on high-quality provision can benefit all children—particularly those facing disadvantage. They also consider the importance of professional judgement, teamwork and sustained approaches to improvement in creating meaningful and lasting impact.
Read the article here:
https://thevoiceofearlychildhood.com/using-the-early-years-pupil-premium-to-strengthen-practice-and-equity/
This episode is in partnership with the Education Endowment Foundation:
The EEF is an independent charity dedicated to breaking the link between family income and educational achievement. They do this by supporting schools, colleges, and early years settings to improve teaching and learning through better use of evidence.
To find out more visit: https://educationendowmentfoundation.org.uk/
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Episode break down:
00:00 – Introduction and welcome
01:35 – Dr Julian Grenier's background
03:45 – What is EYPP?
06:20 – Building relationships with families
09:10 – Why EYPP matters
12:10 – Research and what makes the biggest difference
16:05 – Professional development and improving quality
18:40 – Balancing quality with targeted support
22:10 – The EEF EYPP planning tool
25:15 – Whole-team approaches and sustained change
28:20 – Measuring impact in meaningful ways
31:45 – Early mathematics and communication
34:05 – Rethinking school readiness
36:10 – Strengthening equity in early childhood
37:35 – Final reflections and closing remarks
For more episodes and articles visit The Voice of Early Childhood website: https://www.thevoiceofearlychildhood.com
