Marcella Towler
@marcellatowler.bsky.social
Lecturer, Early Years and Childhood Studies, UCC School of Education. Co-Researcher Nurture through Nature. Froebel,Nature STEAM,Aistear,Action Lesotho.
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The Dáil returns today and we are urging the government to raise terms and conditions for staff and to demonstrate that the Early Years workforce is valued and respected.
Read our submission here: buff.ly/rFoTo5o
#EndTheExodus #Budget2027
Read our submission here: buff.ly/rFoTo5o
#EndTheExodus #Budget2027
September 16, 2026 at 8:01 AM
The Dáil returns today and we are urging the government to raise terms and conditions for staff and to demonstrate that the Early Years workforce is valued and respected.
Read our submission here: buff.ly/rFoTo5o
#EndTheExodus #Budget2027
Read our submission here: buff.ly/rFoTo5o
#EndTheExodus #Budget2027
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The countdown is on for the conference Gifts for our Future 15: Two Hundred Years of Froebel’s Writing. ✨
During a 1-hour workshop, Judith Thomas and Megan Porter will explain the importance for young children of outdoor learning through nature and sustainable practices. 🌿
During a 1-hour workshop, Judith Thomas and Megan Porter will explain the importance for young children of outdoor learning through nature and sustainable practices. 🌿
September 16, 2026 at 8:17 AM
The countdown is on for the conference Gifts for our Future 15: Two Hundred Years of Froebel’s Writing. ✨
During a 1-hour workshop, Judith Thomas and Megan Porter will explain the importance for young children of outdoor learning through nature and sustainable practices. 🌿
During a 1-hour workshop, Judith Thomas and Megan Porter will explain the importance for young children of outdoor learning through nature and sustainable practices. 🌿
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We need a new approach to early years education to unlock children’s creativity, independence and self confidence @lucympowell.bsky.social -this is a major component in preventing later low achievement and poor mental health @aaronearlyyears.bsky.social
Curriculum pressure a key barrier to practitioners’ play work, research warns - Nursery World
Curriculum pressure, workforce stability and a lack of resources and funding are key barriers preventing practitioners supporting young children to learn thr...
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September 11, 2026 at 2:23 PM
We need a new approach to early years education to unlock children’s creativity, independence and self confidence @lucympowell.bsky.social -this is a major component in preventing later low achievement and poor mental health @aaronearlyyears.bsky.social
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Experience Froebel’s principles in action at Guildford Nursery School! 🌿
Take a tour of the Froebel-inspired setting and see Froebelian practice first-hand at either of their two sites. Educators have the opportunity to tour the site, talk with staff and attend a Q&A session.
Take a tour of the Froebel-inspired setting and see Froebelian practice first-hand at either of their two sites. Educators have the opportunity to tour the site, talk with staff and attend a Q&A session.
September 11, 2026 at 8:17 AM
Experience Froebel’s principles in action at Guildford Nursery School! 🌿
Take a tour of the Froebel-inspired setting and see Froebelian practice first-hand at either of their two sites. Educators have the opportunity to tour the site, talk with staff and attend a Q&A session.
Take a tour of the Froebel-inspired setting and see Froebelian practice first-hand at either of their two sites. Educators have the opportunity to tour the site, talk with staff and attend a Q&A session.
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Your chance to join free Work Discussion groups, facilitated by Roehampton University’s Peter Elfer and Ruth Seglow, Child and Adolescent Psychotherapist. 🙌
This November and December, early years educators are invited to join three free Work Discussion groups.
This November and December, early years educators are invited to join three free Work Discussion groups.
September 9, 2026 at 8:17 AM
Your chance to join free Work Discussion groups, facilitated by Roehampton University’s Peter Elfer and Ruth Seglow, Child and Adolescent Psychotherapist. 🙌
This November and December, early years educators are invited to join three free Work Discussion groups.
This November and December, early years educators are invited to join three free Work Discussion groups.
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We're delighted to announce a new series of free books for educators, in partnership with Bloomsbury Academic. Froebel in Practice is a series of short and accessible guides which explore a Froebelian approach in Early Childhood Education and Care. 🌿
September 8, 2026 at 8:17 AM
We're delighted to announce a new series of free books for educators, in partnership with Bloomsbury Academic. Froebel in Practice is a series of short and accessible guides which explore a Froebelian approach in Early Childhood Education and Care. 🌿
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A wonderful trip to Madeira to launch Being and Becoming a Froebelian Community of Evidenced Practice 🌿📚
Inspired by the Froebel Partnership's collaborative research, the book presents an innovative approach to ethical teacher professional development.
Use ADC26 for 30% off: buff.ly/k9AN6FD
Inspired by the Froebel Partnership's collaborative research, the book presents an innovative approach to ethical teacher professional development.
Use ADC26 for 30% off: buff.ly/k9AN6FD
September 7, 2026 at 3:24 PM
A wonderful trip to Madeira to launch Being and Becoming a Froebelian Community of Evidenced Practice 🌿📚
Inspired by the Froebel Partnership's collaborative research, the book presents an innovative approach to ethical teacher professional development.
Use ADC26 for 30% off: buff.ly/k9AN6FD
Inspired by the Froebel Partnership's collaborative research, the book presents an innovative approach to ethical teacher professional development.
Use ADC26 for 30% off: buff.ly/k9AN6FD
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Explore a Froebelian approach to being outdoors with babies with Dr Nicola Kemp, Dr Jo Josephidou & Polly Bolshaw at the conference Gifts for our Future 15: Two Hundred Years of Froebel’s Writing. 👶
On 3 October, we’re heading to the John McIntyre Centre in Edinburgh for a one-day conference. 🙌
On 3 October, we’re heading to the John McIntyre Centre in Edinburgh for a one-day conference. 🙌
September 7, 2026 at 8:17 AM
Explore a Froebelian approach to being outdoors with babies with Dr Nicola Kemp, Dr Jo Josephidou & Polly Bolshaw at the conference Gifts for our Future 15: Two Hundred Years of Froebel’s Writing. 👶
On 3 October, we’re heading to the John McIntyre Centre in Edinburgh for a one-day conference. 🙌
On 3 October, we’re heading to the John McIntyre Centre in Edinburgh for a one-day conference. 🙌
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If it’s out of your hands, it deserves freedom from your mind too
Image: www.instagram.com/toyoufromsteph
Image: www.instagram.com/toyoufromsteph
September 5, 2026 at 9:18 PM
If it’s out of your hands, it deserves freedom from your mind too
Image: www.instagram.com/toyoufromsteph
Image: www.instagram.com/toyoufromsteph
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What opportunities and risks do GenAI pose for pedagogical documentation? 💡
Illustrator and Froebelian educator, Lynn Taylor will explore that at the conference Gifts for Our Future 15: Two Hundred Years of Froebel’s Writing.
📅 Saturday 3 October
🕘 9.30am – 4pm
📍 John McIntyre Centre, Edinburgh
Illustrator and Froebelian educator, Lynn Taylor will explore that at the conference Gifts for Our Future 15: Two Hundred Years of Froebel’s Writing.
📅 Saturday 3 October
🕘 9.30am – 4pm
📍 John McIntyre Centre, Edinburgh
September 3, 2026 at 8:17 AM
What opportunities and risks do GenAI pose for pedagogical documentation? 💡
Illustrator and Froebelian educator, Lynn Taylor will explore that at the conference Gifts for Our Future 15: Two Hundred Years of Froebel’s Writing.
📅 Saturday 3 October
🕘 9.30am – 4pm
📍 John McIntyre Centre, Edinburgh
Illustrator and Froebelian educator, Lynn Taylor will explore that at the conference Gifts for Our Future 15: Two Hundred Years of Froebel’s Writing.
📅 Saturday 3 October
🕘 9.30am – 4pm
📍 John McIntyre Centre, Edinburgh
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Earlier in the year we announced the launch of the Professional Inquiry for Practice Transformation (PIPT) grants, giving Froebel Trained educators in the UK up to £5,000 to develop their practice. 🤩
Now, we’re pleased to announce the 8 projects we’ll be funding across England, Scotland and Wales.
Now, we’re pleased to announce the 8 projects we’ll be funding across England, Scotland and Wales.
September 1, 2026 at 8:17 AM
Earlier in the year we announced the launch of the Professional Inquiry for Practice Transformation (PIPT) grants, giving Froebel Trained educators in the UK up to £5,000 to develop their practice. 🤩
Now, we’re pleased to announce the 8 projects we’ll be funding across England, Scotland and Wales.
Now, we’re pleased to announce the 8 projects we’ll be funding across England, Scotland and Wales.
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🔎 Resource spotlight: Connecting with parents, families and communities: a starting point 🤝
Explore the importance of relationships, unity and connectedness with children, their families and the wider community.
📖 You can find our free downloadable pamphlet on our website.
Explore the importance of relationships, unity and connectedness with children, their families and the wider community.
📖 You can find our free downloadable pamphlet on our website.
August 31, 2026 at 8:17 AM
🔎 Resource spotlight: Connecting with parents, families and communities: a starting point 🤝
Explore the importance of relationships, unity and connectedness with children, their families and the wider community.
📖 You can find our free downloadable pamphlet on our website.
Explore the importance of relationships, unity and connectedness with children, their families and the wider community.
📖 You can find our free downloadable pamphlet on our website.
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At the Froebel Trust we champion children’s play for all its benefits to children.
In this short video, we explore how a Froebelian approach supports young children’s physical development.
In this short video, we explore how a Froebelian approach supports young children’s physical development.
August 28, 2026 at 8:17 AM
At the Froebel Trust we champion children’s play for all its benefits to children.
In this short video, we explore how a Froebelian approach supports young children’s physical development.
In this short video, we explore how a Froebelian approach supports young children’s physical development.
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Enjoy a powerful exploration of the profound links between Froebelian pedagogy and sustainability with Pete Moorhouse! ♻️ 🤩
On Saturday 3 October, Pete, along with other notable speakers will come together for the conference Gifts for Our Future 15: Two Hundred Years of Froebel’s Writing.
On Saturday 3 October, Pete, along with other notable speakers will come together for the conference Gifts for Our Future 15: Two Hundred Years of Froebel’s Writing.
August 26, 2026 at 8:17 AM
Enjoy a powerful exploration of the profound links between Froebelian pedagogy and sustainability with Pete Moorhouse! ♻️ 🤩
On Saturday 3 October, Pete, along with other notable speakers will come together for the conference Gifts for Our Future 15: Two Hundred Years of Froebel’s Writing.
On Saturday 3 October, Pete, along with other notable speakers will come together for the conference Gifts for Our Future 15: Two Hundred Years of Froebel’s Writing.
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FREE for #EECERA2026! "Exploring children's participation from Froebelian practitioners' perspectives in Scottish context"
Impactful study offers valuable insights for practitioners & policymakers.
Read now 👉 spr.ly/63329B1SzeT
Impactful study offers valuable insights for practitioners & policymakers.
Read now 👉 spr.ly/63329B1SzeT
Young children's assent and dissent in research: agency, privacy and relationships within ethical research spaces
Participatory, rights-based methodologies in childhood studies have explored conditions that realise children's rights to participation. One avenue of investigation has been to explore assent proce...
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August 25, 2026 at 3:22 PM
FREE for #EECERA2026! "Exploring children's participation from Froebelian practitioners' perspectives in Scottish context"
Impactful study offers valuable insights for practitioners & policymakers.
Read now 👉 spr.ly/63329B1SzeT
Impactful study offers valuable insights for practitioners & policymakers.
Read now 👉 spr.ly/63329B1SzeT
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Join our new Birth to Three network! 👶
We’re launching a network to support educators and researchers working with babies and young children from birth to three years of age.
Register your interest and join a network where you can connect with fellow educators. 🌿
We’re launching a network to support educators and researchers working with babies and young children from birth to three years of age.
Register your interest and join a network where you can connect with fellow educators. 🌿
August 24, 2026 at 8:17 AM
Join our new Birth to Three network! 👶
We’re launching a network to support educators and researchers working with babies and young children from birth to three years of age.
Register your interest and join a network where you can connect with fellow educators. 🌿
We’re launching a network to support educators and researchers working with babies and young children from birth to three years of age.
Register your interest and join a network where you can connect with fellow educators. 🌿
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In our latest podcast episode, Birth to Three, guest speaker Polly Bolshaw, shares the relevance of Froebel’s principles in the early years. 🌿
Joined by Dr Zeny Melissourgaki, Dr Maria Cooper and Annamaria Beven, together they discuss all things babies and toddlers. 👶
#Podcast #BirthtoThree
Joined by Dr Zeny Melissourgaki, Dr Maria Cooper and Annamaria Beven, together they discuss all things babies and toddlers. 👶
#Podcast #BirthtoThree
August 21, 2026 at 8:17 AM
In our latest podcast episode, Birth to Three, guest speaker Polly Bolshaw, shares the relevance of Froebel’s principles in the early years. 🌿
Joined by Dr Zeny Melissourgaki, Dr Maria Cooper and Annamaria Beven, together they discuss all things babies and toddlers. 👶
#Podcast #BirthtoThree
Joined by Dr Zeny Melissourgaki, Dr Maria Cooper and Annamaria Beven, together they discuss all things babies and toddlers. 👶
#Podcast #BirthtoThree
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A few photographs from yesterday’s plant care session.
Library staff joined UCC Head Gardener Jack Murphy to re-pot plants, refresh soil and share tips on keeping indoor greenery thriving.
Library staff joined UCC Head Gardener Jack Murphy to re-pot plants, refresh soil and share tips on keeping indoor greenery thriving.
August 20, 2026 at 7:17 AM
A few photographs from yesterday’s plant care session.
Library staff joined UCC Head Gardener Jack Murphy to re-pot plants, refresh soil and share tips on keeping indoor greenery thriving.
Library staff joined UCC Head Gardener Jack Murphy to re-pot plants, refresh soil and share tips on keeping indoor greenery thriving.
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Altruistic August - Day 18: Today do something to make life easier for someone else actionforhappiness.org/altruistic-a... #AltruisticAugust
August 18, 2026 at 6:00 AM
Altruistic August - Day 18: Today do something to make life easier for someone else actionforhappiness.org/altruistic-a... #AltruisticAugust
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This one-day conference is packed full of inspiring keynote speeches and workshops, designed to deepen your understanding of the importance of a Froebelian approach in the modern world. 🌿
August 18, 2026 at 8:17 AM
This one-day conference is packed full of inspiring keynote speeches and workshops, designed to deepen your understanding of the importance of a Froebelian approach in the modern world. 🌿
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We need your feedback! 🚨
Last month we released our pilot resource, Research Insights: Birth to Three, which offers summaries of evidence from our research and development projects. 🌿
We’d like to know what you think of the resources and whether they are helpful to your setting.
Last month we released our pilot resource, Research Insights: Birth to Three, which offers summaries of evidence from our research and development projects. 🌿
We’d like to know what you think of the resources and whether they are helpful to your setting.
August 17, 2026 at 8:17 AM
We need your feedback! 🚨
Last month we released our pilot resource, Research Insights: Birth to Three, which offers summaries of evidence from our research and development projects. 🌿
We’d like to know what you think of the resources and whether they are helpful to your setting.
Last month we released our pilot resource, Research Insights: Birth to Three, which offers summaries of evidence from our research and development projects. 🌿
We’d like to know what you think of the resources and whether they are helpful to your setting.
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Congratulations to Froebel Trust Online Course graduates around the globe! 🎓
A huge well done to the 54 dedicated participants who completed all six Elements of our online course. 👏
We welcomed learners from across the world– including USA, Greece, Malaysia, Taiwan & many from the UK and Ireland.
A huge well done to the 54 dedicated participants who completed all six Elements of our online course. 👏
We welcomed learners from across the world– including USA, Greece, Malaysia, Taiwan & many from the UK and Ireland.
August 14, 2026 at 8:17 AM
Congratulations to Froebel Trust Online Course graduates around the globe! 🎓
A huge well done to the 54 dedicated participants who completed all six Elements of our online course. 👏
We welcomed learners from across the world– including USA, Greece, Malaysia, Taiwan & many from the UK and Ireland.
A huge well done to the 54 dedicated participants who completed all six Elements of our online course. 👏
We welcomed learners from across the world– including USA, Greece, Malaysia, Taiwan & many from the UK and Ireland.
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Have you listened to our latest podcast episode, Let’s talk Birth to Three? 🤔
In episode 22, our expert panel explore why the period from birth to 36 months is so crucial and the influence educators of this group can have on a child’s development.
In episode 22, our expert panel explore why the period from birth to 36 months is so crucial and the influence educators of this group can have on a child’s development.
August 10, 2026 at 8:17 AM
Have you listened to our latest podcast episode, Let’s talk Birth to Three? 🤔
In episode 22, our expert panel explore why the period from birth to 36 months is so crucial and the influence educators of this group can have on a child’s development.
In episode 22, our expert panel explore why the period from birth to 36 months is so crucial and the influence educators of this group can have on a child’s development.
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We all have the power to make someone’s day a little brighter. A thoughtful message, a helping hand or a moment of real listening make a bigger difference than we realise. And caring for others does us good too 💞
actionforhappiness.org/altruistic-a... #AltruisticAugust
actionforhappiness.org/altruistic-a... #AltruisticAugust
July 31, 2026 at 10:55 AM
We all have the power to make someone’s day a little brighter. A thoughtful message, a helping hand or a moment of real listening make a bigger difference than we realise. And caring for others does us good too 💞
actionforhappiness.org/altruistic-a... #AltruisticAugust
actionforhappiness.org/altruistic-a... #AltruisticAugust
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In episode 22 of the Froebel Trust podcast, Dr Zeny Melissourgaki celebrates the launch of our Birth to Three Research Insights, by talking with a panel of experts on all thing’s babies and toddlers. 👶
Together they discuss the importance of listening to and developing practice with young children.
Together they discuss the importance of listening to and developing practice with young children.
July 29, 2026 at 8:17 AM
In episode 22 of the Froebel Trust podcast, Dr Zeny Melissourgaki celebrates the launch of our Birth to Three Research Insights, by talking with a panel of experts on all thing’s babies and toddlers. 👶
Together they discuss the importance of listening to and developing practice with young children.
Together they discuss the importance of listening to and developing practice with young children.