Editorial: England’s strong results in an early learning study are a Sure Start legacy that ministers must build on

One song per act - six hours of brilliance - a virtual 5CD box set

As Chekhov’s final play comes to the West End, the two lead actors discuss why its themes of grief, privilege and social upheaval still seem so painfully alive

Mealtimes offer a pause in the day for parents and children to sit together, listen to one another and trade stories

Writer and Children's Laureate Frank Cottrell-Boyce reveals his cultural influences.

Shall we try baking?

A report claims an "arts entitlement gap" is getting worse and fewer teenagers study the arts.

Arts and education organisations have called on new Prime Minister Andy Burnham and Education Secretary Lucy Powell to "go further" in order to ensure the

A new ‘home’ for global-majority artists and audiences is being rolled out for the 2026 Edinburgh Festival Fringe, aiming to tackle the lack of diversity

The Arts Council of Wales have announced a series of actions designed to support and strengthen the artform of Dance in Wales.

Rae Pica discusses the importance of defending play in early education, exploring different types of play and offering practical advice for educators and parents.

Sue Newman & Dr Kathryn Murray reveal how sound environments enhance brain development, learning & wellbeing in early years settings.

After a decade of austerity closed more than 1,000 centres, the government has promised £500m to renew youth services. We tour a glossy new venue in Preston – and a girls-only one in London

Sue Newman & Dr Kathryn Murray reveal how sound environments enhance brain development, learning & wellbeing in early years settings.

Review says trauma-informed support could help interrupt ‘destructive cycles’ and reduce risk of harm to future babies Parents whose children are taken into care should receive trauma-informed support to reduce the risk of harm to any further babies they have, according to child protection experts. A national child safeguarding review, launched after the death of baby Victoria Marten, said that if “destructive cycles of harm are to be interrupted” there needed to be more focus on parents, as well as their vulnerable baby or unborn infant. Continue reading...

Wonder lies below the surface of this truly fantastic sitcom from the creator of Detectorists. It’s an impossible marvel of TV making

A smart, playful and musically rich Hamlet that distils Shakespeare’s biggest questions into an hour of inventive, child-centred storytelling without ever underestimating its young audience.

A welcoming, playful immersive theatre experience where babies, toddlers and adults play together, guided by a curious (and slightly pesky) squirrel we meet along the way.

theatre's hope change thing

Scottish Youth Theatre is seeking an Artistic Producer (Emerging Artist Programme) to join the team at an exciting time in the company’s evolution. Help

News, vacancies and blogs by staff and artists connected with Imaginate and the Edinburgh International children's Festival

News, vacancies and blogs by staff and artists connected with Imaginate and the Edinburgh International children's Festival

The ability to communicate is an essential life skill for all children and young people and it underpins their social, emotional and educational development. If a child experiences a positive relation...

The review of Arts Council England provides a clear signpost that there will be little funding help, if any, coming down the road to the arts from government, says Lyn Gardner

Building oracy skills with our local little ones... ‘I like the magic’ 5yr old story maker ‘Are we famous now?! 6 yr old story maker ‘We should sell all