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This podcast is all about real conversations that matter in Early Years, education, and sustainability. Each episode will dive into inspiring stories, practical ideas, and thought-provoking discussions with a mix of guest speakers – some from within our Tops family, and others who bring fresh perspectives from outside.
Unknown Host hosts Tops Talks, a education show with 22 episodes published.
What is it really like to be inspected under the new Ofsted Toolkit? In this episode, Sophie is joined by Senior Nursery Managers, Chanelle and Stacey, who share their honest experiences of navigating inspection, from th
Inspection can often feel like one of the most daunting parts of working in early years, but understanding the process can make all the difference. In this episode of Tops Talks, Sophie Johnson explores what inspection l
In this special episode of Tops Talks, we're celebrating an incredible milestone for Tops Day Nurseries - winning The King's Awards. This is the highest official award a UK business can receive, recognising organisations
What does a nursery manager's day really look like? From safeguarding and staffing challenges to supporting teams, monitoring quality and handling the unexpected, no two days are ever the same. In this episode, Sophie is
In this episode of Tops Talks, I’m joined by Helen Markham from Best Practice Network to discuss the Early Years Initial Teacher Training (EYITT) programme and the important role it plays in developing future leaders wit
In this episode of Tops Talks, Sophie is joined by Sandy Kemish from Tops and Caroline Taylor from Merry Go Round to unpack the realities of reusable nappies and training pants in Early Years. From tackling common myths
EP 15 - Trust, Transparency and Teamwork: Building Parent Partnerships – A Conversation with Diane In this episode, we explore what it truly means to work in partnership with families in the early years. Sophie is joined
In this episode, we explore the magic of storytelling in the early years and the powerful role it plays in children’s development. Sophie is joined by Kasia to discuss how stories spark imagination, build language, and c
In this episode, we explore the vital connection between staff wellbeing and the quality of care in the early years. Sophie is joined by Charlotte Percival to have an honest and reflective conversation about what wellbei
In this episode, we explore physical development beyond milestones, looking at how movement shapes confidence, wellbeing, and a child’s sense of belonging. From babies discovering their bodies to young children building
In this episode, we explore how communication and language begin long before words, rooted in connection, responsiveness, and relationships. From babies’ earliest cues to confident conversations in the preschool years, w
EP 10 - Building Emotionally Strong Children: A Deep Dive into PSED This episode takes a thoughtful look at Personal, Social and Emotional Development in the Early Years. We discuss how to nurture children’s resilience,
EP 9 - Little Learners - The Behaviours That Build Brains In this episode, we unpack the powerful everyday interactions that shape children’s brains. From co-regulation to connection, we explore the science behind early
🎨 Tops Talks – Episode 8: The Meaning in the Making In this episode of Tops Talks, we explore why children learn best through the process of creating rather than the finished product. With Christmas approaching, we dive
📘 Tops Talks – Episode 7: Growing Through Change Big changes are coming to Early Years this year — and in this episode, Sophie breaks down everything you need to know about the updated EYFS (from September 2025) and the
🍽️ Tops Talks – Episode 6: Allergy Aware, Care Everywhere This week, Sophie sits down with Ruth and Manuel from the Tops Catering Team to shine a light on one of the busiest and most meaningful parts of nursery life — m
🎶 Tops Talks – Episode 5 is here! This week, Sophie is joined by Tasha from Boogie Mites to explore how music and movement can transform learning in the early years. From bouncing babies to confident preschoolers, Boogi
This week, Sophie is joined by Corey Grey to dig into one of the most powerful (and sometimes overlooked) parts of Early Years learning: the garden. From climbing frames to mud kitchens, crates to sticks, outdoor spaces
This time, Sophie is joined by the Quality Team fresh from the Nursery World Conference—and they’re bringing back the key insights, inspiration, and practical takeaways you’ll want to hear. From enabling environments and
In Episode 2, we’re tackling one of the most important (and sometimes misunderstood) topics in Early Years: Quality. What does “quality” really mean beyond an Ofsted rating? How do child outcomes, the workforce, funding,
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