Phil Armstrong
@PhilAEEX
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Senior Education Lead & International Lead @EarlyExcellence
London, England
Joined August 2016
New School Term, New Podcast Episode 🎙️🎧 This week Andy is joined by Gemma Stanton and Kate Kelly from Dulwich College Shanghai Puxi as they share their experiences and insights into two-year-old practice in early years education. Listen now > https://t.co/fVYrL1TRT5
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Have you taken on a new phase leadership role? A leadership role within a school is both challenging and rewarding, and gives you the opportunity to make a greater difference. Join the next tranche of Early Excellence Leadership training and focus on how to inspire others!
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In this episode, Andy Burt and Helen Quincey discuss the value of outdoor learning and creating educational outdoor spaces. Helen shares her early years experience and passion for designing environments that support children’s development. Listen now: https://t.co/d9zM1Nzty4
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Didn’t manage to catch our Senior Leader Briefing last Friday? Don’t worry! You can order a recorded version of the event. 💻 The briefing brings together all the updates you need to know in one high-impact session! Order your recorded version today > https://t.co/HNuZkQHrrR
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The new issue of Teach Early Years magazine is out now! Inside, you’ll find: 📚 Tips on nurturing book-lovers 🟥🟨 A focus on block & small world play ⭐ Expert advice on the Best Start in Life strategy ...and much more. Download your free copy here 👉 https://t.co/XxmRuafEaj
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Head-to-Head Podcast! Phil Armstrong and Sarah Carey are joined by Helen Bingham (Aspire Trust) to unpack the challenges of Reception Baseline Assessment and explore how EExREC offers a more holistic, meaningful approach. Listen now > https://t.co/kHV8v2uBGw
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Exciting News! We’re getting ready to launch something new… 🎉 The Early Excellence App is coming this Autumn term — designed to inspire, support & connect early years educators like never before. 📢 Be the first to hear and stay in the know: https://t.co/gKVwJtb9XF
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Join our Early Autumn Senior Leader Briefing that will bring clarity to what’s changing, why it matters, and how to respond strategically in your setting. Join us for the latest updates and expert insight! Find out more: https://t.co/RfVT0GZSQh
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🚨 New strategy for early years education and family services Today, @educationgovuk has published its new strategy for early years education and family services. We’ve taken a closer look at the plans and what they could mean for the sector ⤵️ 1/5
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Today we have announced that we will be publishing the response to our recent consultation and our revised inspection framework and methodology in early September. Inspections will begin in November 2025 as planned. You can find out more here:
gov.uk
Ofsted recently consulted on changes to education inspections and the introduction of a new report card.
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Explore Continuous Provision at Lingfield! We’re excited to offer a fantastic opportunity to visit our school and see how we have set up continuous provision across Early Years and KS 1. Join us for a free twilight session in collaboration with @EarlyExcellence Excellence,
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📖 Now Available: EExREC Baseline Assessment Tool! The EExREC Baseline Assessment tool enables staff to spend time with the children in provision, building relationships and setting the children. Don't miss out for the new academic year 👉 https://t.co/qhZD7uAa3w
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When it comes to early years screen media, how fast-paced is too fast? Article on our new @LeverhulmeTrust project with @JuliaDavidson13 that's going to be tracking the maximum rate of on-screen information that young brains can process https://t.co/Cgdyd18rya
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2M children have speech and language challenges. Early Talk Boost offers helps children improve their talking and understanding of words in just 9 weeks. Get it for your setting for free today by signing up to our research project with @EducEndowFoundn! https://t.co/HKcakL2QQn
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New Podcast Release: Story Steps - The Power of Storytelling 🎙️ We're joined by Trisha Lee to explore the power of storytelling and poetry in early childhood education, the role of improvisation, and the importance of a rich story diet. Listen now 🎧 > https://t.co/FwzCEcn0Xi
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There’s only one week to go until our final Inspiring Leaders Conference in Exeter! Join our expert-led workshops which will offer first-hand experiences and insights to support young children’s development. Limited places available, book your place 👉 https://t.co/L9zZsF2jhk
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Today, we’ve added two new approaches to our Early Years Evidence Store: ✍️Interactive writing, and, 🧼Self care. In this blog, @juliangrenier explores how educators can support the development of interactive writing in their setting. ⏬ ⏬ 1/3
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“Thoughtful investment of EYPP can drive lasting improvements to practice and maximise the chances that each child will benefit.” @LGrocott_EY offers three tips for leaders to consider when planning and sustaining an Early Years Pupil Premium strategy. https://t.co/xBVTeBMWtw
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The date is fast approaching! Join us next week for a celebration and exploration of Early Childhood Education at The British School of Brussels (BSB), in partnership with EEx Early Excellence. To book your ticket scan the QR code below.
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Here’s the link to the latest episode of The @EarlyExcellence Podcast for those of you on Spotify
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Early Excellence Podcast · Episode
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