Tapestry
banner
tapestry.info
Tapestry
@tapestry.info
Created by educators for educators, Tapestry is all about celebrating children, reducing your workload and engaging families through early years and KS1 and 2, in mainstream and SEND provision – now with Nursery Management Software!
AI is increasingly being used in early years settings, primarily to reduce admin workload and free up educator time for direct work with children.

✏️ In this reflective article, our Education Advisor Jack considers how educator-led AI can be a tool, not a threat:

https://bit.ly/4s1x0ZZ
December 17, 2025 at 12:01 PM
📊 Earlier this year, we released the findings of our #TapestrySurvey.

80% of respondents said that they provided play ideas and resources for families at home.

Find out more here: https://tapestry.info/tapestry-early-years-education-survey-2025-what-we-learnt/
December 12, 2025 at 1:00 PM
✨ A Little Holiday Gift for you!

We’ve made a few updates to our Nursery Management System to make running your setting smoother, smarter and more efficient, including funding allocation reports and UC-compliant invoices.

Discover Tapestry’s Management System 👉 https://ow.ly/5lqP50XGbx3
December 11, 2025 at 7:01 PM
🎙️ In this week's podcast, Becca and Stephen chat with Ben Levy about his Magic Lessons framework.

https://fsf-podcasts.simplecast.com/
December 4, 2025 at 5:01 PM
AI is a hot topic at the moment. Our #TapestrySurvey findings from earlier this year suggest that the early years sector want any new concepts to be educator-led. 📊

Find out more here: https://tapestry.info/tapestry-early-years-education-survey-2025-what-we-learnt/
December 4, 2025 at 7:00 AM
📝 In this new #TapestryArticle, Ann-Marie Piper suggests that strong parent engagement in the early years builds trust, supports development, and improves long-term outcomes:

https://bit.ly/49TZcr5
December 3, 2025 at 9:33 AM
📊 There were some surprising results in our #TapestrySurvey earlier this year, especially considering the current climate.

Find out more here: https://tapestry.info/tapestry-early-years-education-survey-2025-what-we-learnt/
November 27, 2025 at 8:01 PM
📣 Have your say!

The Early Years Coalition has announced plans to review and update the non-statutory EYFS guidance document Birth to 5 Matters, and they want to hear from professionals across the early years sector.

Survey closes 24th November.

🔗https://tinyurl.com/yc26b8cy
November 11, 2025 at 1:55 PM
🎙️ In this week's #podcast, Jules and Stephen chat to Dipaley Patel about Ashley's House - a specialist centre for autistic girls.

https://fsf-podcasts.simplecast.com/
November 6, 2025 at 5:02 PM
What is it that truly describes the role of the early years educator?

Tapestry sought to understand how early years educators feel about their role in our recent survey.

Their responses painted a picture of passion, dedication, and the daily pressures they face:

https://bit.ly/47o0O9E
October 27, 2025 at 10:17 AM
Don’t miss Richard Waite’s “Digital Tools for Childminders” session at the Childminding UK Conference! Learn smart ways to use tech in your setting + grab free TTS materials.

Book your spot 👉 https://tinyurl.com/mrx5k9e3
October 15, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Chrononormativity shapes early education, pushing children & educators into rigid timelines and efficiency-driven routines.

In this article, Dr Sid Mohandas suggests that children’s experiences flourish outside linear progress, through dwelling, repetition, and presence:

https://bit.ly/3J7rZxd

October 15, 2025 at 9:00 AM
We’re supporting Richard Waite’s “Digital Tools for Childminders” workshop at the Childminding UK Conference! Join for practical, hands-on tech insights.

Sign up 👉 https://tinyurl.com/yyu4dbme
October 13, 2025 at 5:00 PM
We’re excited to sponsor the Childminding UK Early Years Conference 2025 on 18th Oct in Northampton!

A full day of inspiration, networking & learning for childminders.

Will you be there? 👉 https://tinyurl.com/mrx5k9e3
October 9, 2025 at 10:50 AM
Congratulations to our winners, including Little Goose Childcare and Bishops Tachbrook Preschool! 🎉

These eagle-eyed detectives found paper Ben at the Childcare & Education Expo Coventry, and won a free year of Tapestry! Want in? Keep your eyes peeled at the Childcare Expo Olympia in March 2026 👀
October 8, 2025 at 10:01 AM
🎙️ In this week's #podcast, Stephen chats with Simon Airey, who is a neurodivergent teacher and advocate for Inclusion.

They discuss what Inclusion means to Simon, his top tips for inclusive learning spaces and the importance of 'connection over correction'.

https://fsf-podcasts.simplecast.com/
October 2, 2025 at 9:30 AM
🚨 Updates to the EYFS framework include new statutory requirements for safe eating practices to prevent choking in early years settings.

We have created this brand new FREE Beginner's Guide to help educators and families to understand the risks and build confidence.

https://bit.ly/483JQiS
October 1, 2025 at 12:02 PM
Fab first day at Childcare & Education Expo!
Big shoutout to everyone who found paper Ben and entered our competition — the response was so good we’re now giving away a free year of Tapestry to THREE winners!
Here tomorrow? Look for paper Ben, scan the code + enter! 📱👀

#ChildcareEdExpo #Tapestry
September 26, 2025 at 5:49 PM
👀 Lost: one paper version of Ben.
📍 Last seen in the hall at the Childcare & Education Expo, Coventry.
🎁 Finder gets the chance to win Tapestry FREE for a year.

Attending today or tomorrow? Find paper Ben, scan his QR code and enter to win!

Childcare & Education Expo #ChildEdExpo #Tapestry
September 26, 2025 at 6:00 AM
We know Tapestry can transform relationships with families, and their ability to support home learning.

If you're interested in finding out more, our colleague Ben Case is hosting a series of Free Webinars to show you how.

➡️ Sign up here: support.tapestry.info/training-web... ⬅️
September 25, 2025 at 3:28 PM
We’re heading to the Childcare & Education Expo in Coventry! 🎉

Join the Tapestry Childhood Education Platform team at Stand D12 on 26th & 27th September. We’re a friendly bunch, ready to chat about your unique needs and showcase our beautiful new look.

Register for free 👉: tinyurl.com/4uy2xjhh
September 22, 2025 at 10:17 AM
Tapestry's free webinars are open! 🎉
Choose from sessions designed to support you and your team:
✅Discover the Power of Tapestry
✅Tapestry for Supporting SEND
✅Tapestry's Nursery Management System
✅Tapestry for KS1&2
Multiple time slots available
Book 👉 tinyurl.com/4wk4sd25
September 15, 2025 at 1:57 PM
✏️In this new #TapestryArticle, Emma Pinnock explores the increasingly common development of specialist provisions, also known as resource bases or focused provisions within mainstream schools.

➡️Read the article here: bit.ly/427pelT ⬅️
September 3, 2025 at 1:32 PM
The wait is over 🎉

The new Tapestry design is live! Cleaner, easier to use, ready for the future.

🌟 Existing users: try it now on web — you can switch back and forth for a little while (app coming soon).

🌟 New accounts + trials start in the refreshed version right away.

tinyurl.com/45fmz4ye
September 2, 2025 at 9:14 AM
New look, same powerful tools!

Our walkthrough guides are live for the refreshed Tapestry design—coming early 2025/26. Explore the streamlined layout and be ready for launch.

Download the guides here 👉 tinyurl.com/yynbby3y
July 31, 2025 at 7:41 AM