Ruth Swailes - Building a curriculum for under 2's

As more schools and settings welcome our youngest children, it’s essential to ensure that the curriculum they offer is developmentally appropriate and responsive to the unique needs of babies and toddlers.

In this insightful and practical session, Ruth Swailes draws on her experience as co-author of the Joyous Journeys curriculum (with Dr Aaron Bradbury) and lead writer of the Oxford International Early Years Curriculum to explore:

✅ What a meaningful curriculum looks like for children under 2
✅ How to meet the developmental needs of babies and toddlers
✅ The importance of relationships, routines, and environments
✅ Practical strategies for building your own bespoke curriculum