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Froebel Trust is a charity which supports early education and funds research into children’s learning from birth to eight years. Find out more at froebel.org.uk

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New Grants for 2026: Professional Inquiry for Practice Transformation Grant to enable Froebel-trained educators in the UK to develop their practice through professional inquiry.

Take the next step in your Froebelian journey today.

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#PIPTGrant #Funding #EducationFunding #FroebelTrust #Froebel #Froebelian #FroebelianEducation #EducationGrant #EarlyYears #EarlyYearsGrant

02.03.2026 09:17 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

With a focus on β€˜Relationships Matter’ this is the opportunity to grow and develop Froebelian education in your setting. 🌿

Applications close at 4pm (GMT) on 20 March 2026.

02.03.2026 09:17 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Time is running out to apply for the Professional Inquiry for Practice Transformation (PIPT) grant! 🚨

This is a fantastic opportunity for Froebel-trained educators working in the UK to receive up to Β£5,000 per project. PLUS, a further Β£1,000 for mentor costs.

02.03.2026 09:17 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Enjoy a keynote speech with Froebel Trust Course Director, Dr Stella Louis, titled β€˜The timelessness of Froebelian principles – reflections on Froebel’s pedagogy today.’ 🌿

Find out more about the conference ➑️ bit.ly/4qcwvLn

#Froebel #FroebelianEducation #EarlyYears #EarlyYearsEducation

23.02.2026 11:01 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Explore Froebelian principles for contemporary practice at the Early Education Northern Ireland Conference!

πŸ“… Saturday 21 March
πŸ•˜ 9.15am – 1pm
πŸ“ Stranmillis University College

The half-day conference will explore the importance of Froebel today!

23.02.2026 11:01 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Online Conference: Involving, Informing and Inspiring Join us for a celebration of Froebel Trust funded research and practice development projects as we explore the findings and practices from Froebelian researchers and educators.

Find out more and book your FREE place on our website. ✨

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#Froebel #FroebelTrust #Froebelian #FroebelianPrinciples #EarlyYears #EarlyChildhoodEducation #EarlyYearsLearning #FreeWebinar #FroebelianResearch #FroebelianProjects #FroebelianDiscussion #InternationalFroebelSociety

19.02.2026 09:17 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Are you working in early childhood education and care? Then this is the webinar for you as we bring together leaders of Froebel Trust funded projects to share their findings and implications for practice, research or policy. πŸ’‘

19.02.2026 09:17 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Save the date for the Frobel Trust’s 2026 online conference, Involving, Informing and Inspiring: A celebration of Froebel Trust funded research and practice development projects! 🌿

πŸ“… Saturday 25 April
πŸ•– 9am – 12.30pm GMT (breaks included!)
πŸ’» Zoom

19.02.2026 09:17 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Froebel Trust Stakeholder ConsultationHow can we make the biggest difference? Take this survey powered by surveymonkey.com. Create your own surveys for free.

Tell us what we do best and more importantly, how we can improve our work to better support you in the future. 🌿

Hurry now before our survey closes!

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#Froebel #FroebelTrust #FroebelianEducation #FroebelianResources #ShapeOurStrategy #EarlyYears #EarlyYearsEducation

17.02.2026 18:37 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Share your views and shape our strategy! πŸ“£

Our short survey is closing on 19 February 2026, and we want to hear your thoughts on the resources, research and support we provide to the early years sector.

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πŸ“… 25 March, York Road Site
πŸ“… 13 May, Hazel Avenue Site

Book today!

Hazel Avenue ➑️ bit.ly/4jwuVkP
York Road ➑️ bit.ly/3NhMhpw

#Froebel #FroebelianEducation #EarlyYears #EarlyYearsEducation #GuildfordNurserySchool #FrobelianPractice

16.02.2026 10:45 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Come and see Froebel’s principles in action by taking a tour of the Guildford Nursery School! πŸ™Œ

The school is offering the opportunity to tour its nursery sites and experience Froebel-inspired practice first-hand, but hurry as places are limited.

16.02.2026 10:45 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Online Course Our online courses are delivered via live interactive sessions led by our experienced tutors. These courses are for anyone working with young children who wants to develop their practice and learn…

Experience live, interactive sessions, presented by experienced Froebel Trust Travelling Tutors via Zoom.

Find out more and apply for your place today.

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#Froebel #FroebelTrust #FroebelianEducation #FroebelianPedagogy #EarlyYears #EarlyYearsEducation #ProfessionalDevelopment

12.02.2026 09:01 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

In our courses you will:

πŸ’‘ Build on your current knowledge
🌳 Develop your practice
⭐ Get inspiration for your work with young children
❀️ Be supported to consider how you can embed Froebelian practice in your early years setting
🀝Connect you with other educators.

12.02.2026 09:01 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Applications for our online course, starting in September are open!

Develop your practice and learn more about the Froebelian approach by learning all six elements of our course, featuring practical advice and actionable steps.

12.02.2026 09:01 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Our podcast downloads of the Froebel Trust podcast since it launched in 2023

Don’t forget to download your FREE copy of The Wonder of Woodwork, a pamphlet written by Pete Moorhouse, which shares practical advice for introducing woodwork in your early years setting. ✨

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#Froebel #FroebelTrust #FroebelianPractice #Maths #Podcast#Woodwork

11.02.2026 09:17 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

In our latest podcast episode, Maths in the early years, Froebel Trust Travelling Tutor, Pete Moorhouse explores the importance of this.

Tune in and listen to Maths in the early years, available now on Audible, Spotify and Apple Podcasts! πŸŽ‰

11.02.2026 09:17 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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β€œIn terms of woodwork, there’s lots of opportunities to weave in other areas of mathematical development,” – Pete Moorhouse

Love it or hate it, maths is part of everything we do, even in fun activities such as woodwork, which can help young children develop core mathematical skills. 🌿

11.02.2026 09:17 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Webinar: Being with Babies Outdoors Join us for a discussion on the recently completed Froebel Trust funded project 'A Froebelian inspired nature pedagogy in urban babyrooms'. Researchers Dr Nicola Kemp, Dr Jo Josephidou and Polly…

Join us for an evening of exploration into a Froebelian inspired nature pedagogy in urban babyrooms, based on a research project funded by the Froebel Trust. 🌿

Book your FREE place today ➑️ bit.ly/4kp696S

#Froebel #FroebelTrust #Froebelian #FroebelianWebinar #FroebelianPractice #FroebelianResearch

10.02.2026 18:37 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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NEW webinar coming next month!

Being with Babies Outdoors with researchers Dr Nicola Kemp, Dr Jo Josephidou and Polly Bolshaw ! 🀩

πŸ“… Wednesday 11 March
πŸ•– 7pm GMT
πŸ’» Zoom

10.02.2026 18:37 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Open call research grants We fund high quality research to advance knowledge and understanding of Froebelian philosophy, principles and approaches in early childhood education and care, which makes a positive impact on…

Find out more about the Open Call Research Grant, including eligibility and how to apply, on our website.

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#Froebel #FroebelTrust #ProfessionalDevelopment #EarlyChildhoodEducation #EarlyYears #EducationGrant #EarlyYearsResearch #RelationshipsMatter #FroebelianEducation

09.02.2026 18:37 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

The project will promote and advance Froebelian education and learning related to children from birth to eight years. 🌿

Applications open until 4pm on Friday 22 May 2026.

09.02.2026 18:37 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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The Froebel Trust Open Call Research Grant scheme is now OPEN for applications! πŸŽ‰

We’re offering funding of up to Β£50,000 for a team or a collaborative partnership to develop new knowledge about Froebelian education. The theme for this year is the Froebelian principle of 'Relationships matter.'

09.02.2026 18:37 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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The Power of Froebel with Lynn J. McNair, Luke J. Addison and… This webinar celebrates the launch of the book, The Power of Froebel. Editors Lynn J. McNair and Luke J. Addison, alongside contributing authors, come together to share a glimpse into Scotland’s…

β€œI want to begin with a thread that ties my Froebelian work together, intellectual kindship, so it’s a form of professional belonging where critique is possible without cynicism,” – Lynn J. McNair

Watch for free on our website.

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#Froebel #FroebelianEducation #EarlyYearsEducation

06.02.2026 09:17 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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The Power of Froebel webinar with Lynn J. McNair, Luke J. Addison & contributing authors is available to watch on our website! πŸŽ‰

This celebrated the launch of the new book, the Power of Froebel, published by Routledge, which shared Scotland’s community of Froebel-inspired early childhood practice.🌿

06.02.2026 09:17 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Froebel Trust Stakeholder ConsultationHow can we make the biggest difference? Take this survey powered by surveymonkey.com. Create your own surveys for free.

To take part, complete our anonymous survey by Thursday 19 February.

πŸ”— bit.ly/3LCwZv9

#Froebel #FroebelTrust #FroebelianEducation #EarlyYearsSector #EarlyYears #EarlyYearsEducation #EducationStrategy

04.02.2026 18:04 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Time is running out to share your views and help shape the Froebel Trust 2027-2030 strategy! ✨

We want to hear your thoughts on the resources, research and support we provide to ensure we target our resources to best meet the needs of the early years sector and Froebelian community. 🌿

04.02.2026 18:04 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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New Grants for 2026: Professional Inquiry for Practice Transformation Grant to enable Froebel-trained educators in the UK to develop their practice through professional inquiry.

Visit our website for more information on the grant, eligibility and how to apply.

πŸ”— bit.ly/49JhMlc

#Froebel #FroebelTrust #Grant #ProfessionalDevelopment #EarlyEducation #EarlyChildhoodEducation #EarlyYears #EducationGrant #EarlyYearsResearch #RelationshipsMatter #Froebelian #FroebelianEducation

02.02.2026 08:30 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

The focus for applications this year is the Froebelian principle of β€˜Relationships Matter’ with applications open until 4pm on 20 March 2026.

Alongside financial support, each successful applicant will be supported by a research mentor & will be part of an online community of research & practice. 🌿

02.02.2026 08:30 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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New for 2026: The Professional Inquiry for Practice Transformation Grant! 🀩

This is a fantastic opportunity for Froebel-trained educators working in the UK to receive up to Β£5,000 plus a further Β£1,000 for mentor costs is available, allowing you to develop your practice over the next academic year.

02.02.2026 08:30 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0