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Centre for Research in Early Childhood
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Through our research, consultancy work, postgraduate degrees and training & development programmes, CREC has been working to improve Early Years provision for over 25 years.
"As a child, I loved going with my family to choose a real Christmas tree, then spending the afternoon decorating it together whilst listening to Christmas songs."
Lucy's fondest Christmas memory isn't about gifts - it's about time spent together.
December 11, 2025 at 11:46 AM
CREC Teacher Training Online Information Event
TODAY 10 December 2025
12:30 13:00

This drop-in session is an opportunity to ask questions about our programme. Find out more about the course and register for the drop-in here: buff.ly/vDwVKoM
#CREC #SCITT #PrimaryTeaching #EarlyYearsTeaching
December 10, 2025 at 9:01 AM
The CREC elves are hard at work this week...✉️
Keep an eye on your mailboxes! ☃️
#Christmas #CREC
December 9, 2025 at 11:46 AM
CREC Teacher Training Online Information Event
Wednesday 10 December 2025
12:30 13:00

This drop-in session is an opportunity to ask questions about our programme. Find out more about the course and register for the drop-in here: buff.ly/vDwVKoM
#CREC #SCITT #PrimaryTeaching #EarlyYearsTeaching
December 8, 2025 at 12:03 PM
Our 3–7 SCITT trainees enjoyed a day of learning last week at CREC. The seminar began with a focus on early maths, then in the afternoon, trainees turned to early reading.

Find out more about our SCITT course here: buff.ly/ltZcOAj

#CREC #SCITT #PrimaryTeaching
December 8, 2025 at 11:46 AM
Yesterday's MA focus was on an ethical approach to research for our Year 2 and Year 3 students as they seek to refine their research design.
Find out more about the CREC MA: buff.ly/b7Exydo
#CREC #MA #EarlyChildhood
December 5, 2025 at 1:35 PM
Some more festive fun - tree and office decorating with some Christmas music in the background, plus team catch up over mince pies. And Chris and Tony opening a parcel from a former MA student who sends one every year! 🎅
#CREC #Christmas
December 5, 2025 at 11:46 AM
The EECERA Ethical Code for Early Childhood Researchers has now been downloaded over 10,000 times! Read the full code here: buff.ly/l4jY6HG
#EECERA #EthicalCode #EarlyChildhood
December 4, 2025 at 11:46 AM
CREC Learning Circle (the last one of the year!) Thursday 4th Dec- Hybrid 4.30pm-5.30pm. This month we welcome Eleanor Milligan UEA - Telling the Story of Research: Using Storybooks to Support Children’s Understanding, Consent, and Ongoing Assent
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#CREC #LearningCircle
December 3, 2025 at 2:56 PM
We are saddened to hear the news of the recent passing of Cynthia Knight, a longstanding friend and supporter of CREC, the dynamic leader of St Thomas Children's Centre since its days as a CoE and then a Sure Start Children's Centre.
We send our love and condolences to her family at this sad time.
December 2, 2025 at 1:38 PM
CREC Learning Circle (the last one of the year!) Thursday 4th Dec- Hybrid 4.30pm-5.30pm. This month we welcome Eleanor Milligan UEA - Telling the Story of Research: Using Storybooks to Support Children’s Understanding, Consent, and Ongoing Assent
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#CREC #LearningCircle
December 2, 2025 at 11:46 AM
RBA Research Contributions Requested; find out more below:
#Research #ReceptionBaselineAssessment #RBA

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November 27, 2025 at 11:46 AM
Interested in becoming a teacher? Attend a free Get Into Teaching event!
Don’t miss out, sign up to an event today - and be sure to visit the CREC stand on Saturday 22 November 2025 at the Birmingham Conference & Events Centre between 10am- 2:30pm.
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#TrainToTeach #GetIntoTeaching
November 21, 2025 at 11:46 AM
Prof. Chris Pascal and Prof. Tony Bertram are both available to speak at conferences and other early years events. Enquire about their availability here.
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#Keynotes #Conferences #EarlyChildhood #EarlyEducation
November 20, 2025 at 11:46 AM
CREC Learning Circle:
Upcoming circle: TODAY, 19th November 4.30pm-5.30pm-Hybrid. Find registration details here: buff.ly/Hog9YHV
#EarlyChildhood #EYFS #EarlyEducation
November 19, 2025 at 1:21 PM
Children and technology - a topic that we're asked about often and one which we'll be unpicking at EECERA 2026 in Madeira - while you wait.... buff.ly/H3LRnDb A new booklet in the Froebel Trusts Research Series by Prof Rosie Flewitt and Dr Sandra El Gemayel

#Froebel #EarlyChildhood #EECERA2026
November 19, 2025 at 1:01 PM
Interested in becoming a teacher? Attend a free Get Into Teaching event!
Don’t miss out, sign up to an event today - and be sure to visit the CREC stand on Saturday 22 November 2025 at the Birmingham Conference & Events Centre between 10am- 2:30pm.
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#TrainToTeach #GetIntoTeaching
November 17, 2025 at 11:46 AM
Hear from current student Nicole about her experience on our current SCITT course. You can find out more about the course here: buff.ly/RnZ1Clz, visit us at the Get Into Teaching event in Birmingham on the 22nd, or book a 1:1 call with CREC to have a chat about doing a SCITT with us.

#SCITT
November 13, 2025 at 11:46 AM
Hear from current SCITT student Chloe about her experience and advice for anyone considering training to teach. You can also book a 1:1 call to find out more, or attend our upcoming event at the Get Into Teaching event in Birmingham on 22nd November. Find out more: buff.ly/RnZ1Clz #TeacherTraining
November 6, 2025 at 11:46 AM
An online survey has been launched to hear views from across the early years sector to guide the review.

Get involved - complete the survey: buff.ly/5b0kDT3
Learn more about the review: buff.ly/1O41h6x
November 5, 2025 at 12:48 PM
Interested in becoming a teacher? Attend a free Get Into Teaching event!
Don’t miss out, sign up to an event today - and be sure to visit the CREC stand on Saturday 22 November 2025 at the Birmingham Conference & Events Centre between 10am- 2:30pm.
buff.ly/9R649RE
#TrainToTeach #GetIntoTeaching
October 31, 2025 at 11:46 AM
There are many upcoming opportunities to get more information on our School Centred Initial Teacher Training (SCITT) course. You'll find plenty of information on our website here: buff.ly/RnZ1Clz and of course hear from current student Emily:

#SCITT #GetIntoTeaching #Teaching #EarlyYearsTeaching
October 28, 2025 at 11:46 AM
Interested in becoming a teacher? Attend a free Get Into Teaching event!
Don’t miss out, sign up to an event today - and be sure to visit the CREC stand on Saturday 22 November 2025 at the Birmingham Conference & Events Centre between 10am- 2:30pm.
buff.ly/9R649RE
#TrainToTeach #GetIntoTeaching
October 24, 2025 at 10:46 AM
October 22, 2025 at 4:24 PM
Interested in becoming a teacher? Attend a free Get Into Teaching event!
Don’t miss out, sign up to an event today - and be sure to visit the CREC stand on Saturday 22 November 2025 at the Birmingham Conference & Events Centre between 10am- 2:30pm.
buff.ly/9R649RE
#TrainToTeach #GetIntoTeaching
October 20, 2025 at 10:46 AM