The Froebel Partnership

The Froebel Partnership We are a partnership of people and organisations who are inspired and guided by Froebel's principles. Who is Froebel?

Friedrich Froebel was a nineteenth-century German educator and creator of the kindergarten and is arguably the most significant of the pioneers of early years education and care. Froebel β€˜wanted to educate people to be free, to think, to take action for themselves’ (Froebel in Lilley 1967:41). Froebel created the first kindergarten, a place where children can grow and develop at their own pace, nurtured by knowledgeable and supportive adults. Froebel saw children as active, curious, creative learners who learn best through activity, play, talk, and self-reflection. They thrive when they are emotionally secure and in close relationships with others, including the family and wider community. Froebel rejected the tradition of teacher-led education which viewed children as passive learners. Rather he believed in education through activity and enquiry. He saw the earliest years of a child’s life as the most formative and play as the leading form of development. These ideas and their practical applications in the kindergarten were radical concepts at that time.

There are still some places left on our tours at both our sites. Book now: 🌿 York Road Site | Wednesday 30th September 2...
28/09/2026

There are still some places left on our tours at both our sites. Book now:

🌿 York Road Site | Wednesday 30th September 2026 | 9.30am - 11am

Book via Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/froebel-tour-at-guildford-nursery-school-york-road-tickets-1990630648857

🌿 Hazel Avenue Site | Wednesday 11th November 2026 | 9.30am - 11am

Book via Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/froebel-tour-at-guildford-nursery-school-hazel-avenue-tickets-1990629978853

🌟 See Froebel's principles in action at Guildford Nursery School! 🌟

EYFS practitioners – join Guildford Nursery School for an inspiring morning exploring Froebelian principles in practice!

πŸ“ Two sites, two dates:
β€’ York Road | Wed 30 Sept | 9:30-11am
β€’ Hazel Avenue | Wed 11 Nov | 9:30-11am

✨ What's included: β€’ Guided tour of our nursery environment β€’ Observe Froebel-inspired practice with children β€’ Q&A with our experienced team β€’ Light refreshments

πŸ’· Β£25 + booking fee | Limited places available

πŸ‘‰ Book now – don't miss out!
πŸ”— https://www.froebel.org.uk/events/guildford-nursery-tour

🌟 See Froebel's principles in action at Guildford Nursery School! 🌟EYFS practitioners – join Guildford Nursery School fo...
23/09/2026

🌟 See Froebel's principles in action at Guildford Nursery School! 🌟

EYFS practitioners – join Guildford Nursery School for an inspiring morning exploring Froebelian principles in practice!

πŸ“ Two sites, two dates:
β€’ York Road | Wed 30 Sept | 9:30-11am
β€’ Hazel Avenue | Wed 11 Nov | 9:30-11am

✨ What's included: β€’ Guided tour of our nursery environment β€’ Observe Froebel-inspired practice with children β€’ Q&A with our experienced team β€’ Light refreshments

πŸ’· Β£25 + booking fee | Limited places available

πŸ‘‰ Book now – don't miss out!
πŸ”— https://www.froebel.org.uk/events/guildford-nursery-tour

We were delighted to be in beautiful Madeira to launch our book, Being and Becoming a Froebelian Community of Evidenced ...
07/09/2026

We were delighted to be in beautiful Madeira to launch our book, Being and Becoming a Froebelian Community of Evidenced Practice.

Inspired by the work of the Froebel Partnership across three research projects and a cross-national community of practice, the book presents an innovative, Froebelian-inspired approach to teacher professional development that promotes ethical practice.

πŸ“š Get 30% off with code ADC26
πŸ”— https://www.routledge.com/Being-and-Becoming-a-Froebelian-Community-of-Evidenced-Practice/Pascal-Bertram-Cave-Bennett-Bruce-Denham-Lyndon/p/book/9781041083108

This is a very exciting opportunity!
01/07/2026

This is a very exciting opportunity!

🌟 Exciting Opportunity: Join Our Early Years Stronger Practice Hub! 🌟

We're thrilled to announce that Guildford Nursery School and Family Centre will lead the newly created Surrey and Hampshire Early Years Stronger Practice Hub – and we're recruiting!

🎯 We're looking for:
β€’ Stronger Practice Hub Leader (start ASAP)
β€’ Early Years Stronger Practice Advisers

πŸ’‘ What is the Early Years Stronger Practice Hub?
Funded by the Department for Education, our hub will support the development of knowledgeable and nurturing early childhood educators across Surrey and Hampshire. We'll share evidence-informed practice, provide professional development, and build networks of educators committed to improving outcomes for children – particularly those facing disadvantage.

πŸ‘₯ The Hub Leader role:
You'll provide strategic leadership for our hub, driving the adoption of evidence-informed practice and strengthening professional development across the early years sector. You'll join a national network of hub leaders, working collaboratively with the DfE, partners, and other hubs across England to ensure every child has the best start in life.

πŸ‘₯ The Early Years Stronger Practice Adviser role:
As an adviser, you'll work directly with settings to deliver bespoke, face-to-face support through coaching, modelling best practice, and reflective conversations. You'll help settings embed evidence-informed approaches, support children with SEND and EAL, and build sustainable improvement through clear action planning and ongoing professional development.

This is your chance to make a transformational impact on early years education in our region!

✨ Why join us?
β€’ Lead innovative, evidence-based practice
β€’ Shape the future of early years education
β€’ Join a supportive national network
β€’ Make a real difference to children's outcomes
β€’ Receive comprehensive training and ongoing professional development

πŸ“© Interested? Visit our website to find out more and to apply: www.guildfordnscc.surrey.sch.uk/stronger-practice-hub

Let's work together to ensure every child has the best start in life!

The Early Years Coalition invite you to join them for the launch of the second edition of Birth to 5 Matters, non-statut...
24/06/2026

The Early Years Coalition invite you to join them for the launch of the second edition of Birth to 5 Matters, non-statutory guidance for the Early Years Foundation Stage.

Hear key aspects of how the second edition has been updated and expanded, and highlights of the new and improved website. Numbers are limited, so please register to secure a place.

A recording of the launch event will be available for those unable to attend on the night.

Book a place: https://buff.ly/lIJE4pf

We are delighted to invite you to our experiential book launch, a unique event bringing our practice led research to lif...
05/06/2026

We are delighted to invite you to our experiential book launch, a unique event bringing our practice led research to life.

During the event, attendees will have the opportunity to:
β€’ See practice led research in action within our nursery school
β€’ Meet and hear from all of the authors
β€’ Purchase a signed copy of the book

Refreshments, including lunch, will be provided, and the event is free of charge.

To help us with planning, please RSVP by completing the form via the link below or by scanning the QR code on the invitation:
πŸ‘‰ RSVP here: https://forms.office.com/e/X84UwBpHhR

We very much hope you can join us for what promises to be an engaging and inspiring event.

Places are limited so RSVP now to avoid disappointment!

Learn about the power of reflective practice during this webinar with educators from the UK and New Zealand, on Thursday...
22/05/2026

Learn about the power of reflective practice during this webinar with educators from the UK and New Zealand, on Thursday 4 June at 7pm (BST).

This special online event celebrates the launch of the book Being and Becoming a Froebelian Community of Evidenced Practice, which explores how having the permission, time and space to reflect allowed educators to transform their practice with young children.

Hear from some of the book's co-authors and educator colleagues who will be in conversation with Jane Whinnett MBE.

This is a must-attend event for anyone working in the early childhood education and care sector who is interested in continuing professional development and/or reflective practice.

Book your place: https://www.froebel.org.uk/events/webinar-being-and-becoming-a-froebelian-community-of-evidenced-practice

We’re very pleased to share this upcoming webinar hosted by the Froebel Trust 🌿It will be a real pleasure to come togeth...
01/05/2026

We’re very pleased to share this upcoming webinar hosted by the Froebel Trust 🌿

It will be a real pleasure to come together with contributing educators and Jane Whinnett MBE to reflect on and discuss our new book 'Being and Becoming a Froebelian Community of Evidence Practice'. We hope you can join us for the conversation.

Free booking details via the link in the comments below.

New webinar coming this June! πŸŽ‰

To celebrate the launch of the book, Being and Becoming a Froebelian Community of Evidence Practice, co-authors, Professor Christine Pascal and Sally Cave, plus contributing educators will join us for a special online event.

πŸ“… Thursday 4 June
πŸ•– 7pm
πŸ’» Zoom

The co-authors will use The Froebel Partnership Reflection with Guidance lenses in conversation with Jane Whinnett MBE to present their book. 🌿

Find out more about the event and how to book your free place on our website.

Link in comments below. πŸ”—

Happy Kindergarten Day! 🌱Celebrating play-based learning and the incredible foundation early years education provides. P...
21/04/2026

Happy Kindergarten Day! 🌱

Celebrating play-based learning and the incredible foundation early years education provides. Proud to nurture curious minds through outdoor exploration, creativity and child-led discovery.

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