The Department for Education (DfE) has issued a number of COVID-19 updates at the start of January 2022 that are relevant to the Early Years Sector. We have summarised the latest information and guidance in this blog post.

The latest updates, advice, and guidance for education and childcare settings from Birmingham City Council (BCC) and the Department for Education (DfE) following the implementation of the government’s ‘Plan B COVID-19 Response: Autumn and Winter Plan’.

The latest updates, advice, and guidance for education and childcare settings from Birmingham City Council (BCC) and the Department for Education (DfE) ahead of the 2021/22 academic year, including information about CO2 monitors and a Public Health Birmingham webinar recording for schools and settings.

The latest updates, advice, and guidance from Birmingham City Council and the DfE, including a video from Dr Justin Varney, DfE webinar on what ‘Step 4’ changes mean for education and childcare settings, plus a letter to school staff from Children and Families Minister, Vicky Ford.

Latest coronavirus updates from the Department for Education (DfE) for all early years, children’s social care, schools and further education providers, including information about the Prime Minister’s announcement and what this means for some of your summer term activities.

Latest coronavirus updates from the Department for Education (DfE) for all early years, children’s social care, schools and further education providers, including information about vaccinations for eligible staff in education settings, at-home testing kit supply and delivery, plus links to updated guidance for parents and families.

Update from Lindsey Trivett, Head of Early Years, Childcare and Children’s Centres at Birmingham City Council on the recent confusion around COVID-19 vaccination priority for early years workers.