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Let's Talk Early Years

Melonie Karriem

Kids & Family

Frequency: 1 episode/22d. Total Eps: 32

The UAE’s first Early Childhood Education & Leadership podcast! Conversations with experts & industry professionals addressing the early years community

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Rethinking Induction

Season 4 · Episode 4

Thursday, July 2, 2026 • Duration 37:07

Induction is one of the most overlooked policies in early learning.

It isn’t a folder handed to a new team member on their first day. It’s the foundation of your culture, your expectations, and the way quality practice is sustained long after onboarding ends.

In this episode, we explore why great induction is an ongoing process, how it shapes confident educators, and what nursery leaders can do to build stronger, more consistent teams.

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S4 #3 Policies are not Paperwork

Season 4 · Episode 3

Thursday, June 11, 2026 • Duration 48:27

You spent weeks updating the policies.The inspector is happy.The file is complete.Now what?In this episode we’re talking about the gap between having a policy and actually using it. What that looks like in real nursery settings and why policy review shouldn’t be a once-a-year exercise.A conversation for nursery leaders, teachers and anyone responsible for setting the standard.

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S4 #2 Crisis Management for Leaders in Early Years Setting.

Season 4 · Episode 2

Tuesday, June 9, 2026 • Duration 41:51

S4 #1 Eligibility Isn’t Readiness: The Truth About FS1 Age Changes in the UAE

Season 4 · Episode 1

Tuesday, June 9, 2026 • Duration 29:55

The new FS1 age eligibility changes in the UAE are raising big questions across the early years sector.In this episode, Melonie Karriem chats with Louise Hurley from Parent Prosper coaching & explores what these changes mean in practice — for educators, nursery managers, school leaders and concerned parents.With over three decades in early childhood education, Melonie addresses a crucial distinction:Eligibility is administrative.Readiness is developmental.Together with Louise, a former educator turned parenting coach - she unpacks the viral message “Earlier does not mean better” and examines:•⁠ ⁠What happens behaviourally when children enter school too soon•⁠ ⁠Why the three Prime Areas of the EYFS are the true predictors of later success•⁠ ⁠How nursery settings play a critical role in emotional regulation and resilience•⁠ ⁠Practical strategies for early years leaders preparing for the coming academic year•⁠ ⁠How struggling nurseries can respond proactively and ethicallyThis episode is for professionals who refuse to rush childhood — and for parents who want to make informed, confident decisions.Childhood is not a race. Foundations matter.

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S3 #7 Continuous Development, Well-Being and HR Practices with Desma D'Souza and Elrona D'Souza

Season 3 · Episode 7

Tuesday, June 9, 2026 • Duration 33:35

In this episode of Let’s Talk Early Years, I’m joined again by The HR Sisters, Desma and Elrona D’Souza, for Part 2 of our conversation on the vital role HR plays in building thriving early years teams. This time, we dive deeper into CPD, staff well-being, and practical HR strategies that help nurseries grow, retain, and empower their teams. Because when your staff feel supported, valued, and equipped to succeed, children benefit too.Together, we explore:✅ Why CPD is more than training—it’s about investing in people’s growth✅ How well-being initiatives boost retention and create motivated teams✅ HR practices that nurture loyalty, trust, and long-term success✅ The link between strong HR foundations and high-quality care for childrenDesma and Elrona bring their wealth of expertise and heartfelt reflections, offering practical tools that nursery owners, leaders, and educators can apply immediately.If you’re passionate about creating environments where educators thrive, teams stay strong, and children flourish, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.🎧 Tune in, learn, and let’s keep building a brighter future for early years education—together.

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S3 #6 Onboarding, Hiring and Culture in Early Years Settings with HR Sisters

Season 3 · Episode 6

Tuesday, June 9, 2026 • Duration 49:59

In this insightful episode of Let’s Talk Early Years, I’m joined once again by The HR Sisters, Desma and Elrona D’Souza, to explore why HR is more than policies and procedures, it’s the roots that allow people, culture, and nurseries to flourish. 🌱When onboarding and hiring are done with intention, employees don’t just work, they feel connected, valued, and empowered. And when teams thrive, children thrive.Together, we discuss:✅ Why onboarding is about creating belonging, not just ticking boxes✅ How HR foundations shape a culture you can feel the moment you walk in✅ The importance of first impressions in building trust and retention✅ How to balance compliance with care and culture✅ Why strong HR roots allow teams to flourish like a thriving gardenDesma and Elrona share practical insights and heartfelt reflections on how putting people before paperwork transforms early years settings into places where staff and children can grow and shine.This episode is essential listening for nursery owners, managers, and educators who want to create a workplace culture that attracts, retains, and inspires.🎧 Tune in and discover how the right HR practices can nurture not just staff wellbeing, but the entire nursery community.

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S3 #5 The Environment as the Third Teacher — Curating Calm, Curiosity & Connection with Hollie Mayes

Season 3 · Episode 5

Tuesday, June 9, 2026 • Duration 33:01

In this thoughtful episode of Let’s Talk Early Years, I sit down with Hollie Mayes to explore one of the most powerful, yet often overlooked, influences in early childhood learning: the environment.What if the space itself could teach?We dive into the idea of the environment as the third teacher, not just a backdrop, but a partner in every child’s learning journey.Together, we explore:✅ Why clutter-free, intentional spaces matter more than ever✅ How to design with a child’s perspective in mind✅ The power of calm aesthetics in reducing overwhelm and boosting engagement✅ How small design changes can inspire big developmental leaps✅ What it means to be a reflective practitioner through spaceHollie shares practical tips and heartfelt reflections on how creating “invitations to play” can replace screen time, reduce overstimulation, and give children (and parents!) more moments of peace and discovery.Whether you’re a parent, practitioner, or leader, this episode will leave you inspired to rethink how your learning environments can speak softly, intentionally, and powerfully.

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S3 #4 Coaching as Culture — Elevating Early Years Through Reflective Practice with Julie Keyes

Season 3 · Episode 4

Monday, May 18, 2026 • Duration 46:02

In this inspiring episode of Let’s Talk Early Years, I am joined by Julie Keyes to explore how coaching is more than just a skill, it’s a culture shift that can transform early years settings.When we move away from ticking boxes and toward reflective conversations, we unlock something powerful: trust, growth, and meaningful change.Together,

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S3 #3 Navigating Difficult Moments Through Intentional Communication with Stephanie Martin

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 • Duration 43:39

In this episode of Let’s Talk Early Years, I sit down with Stephanie Martin to unpack the art of handling tough conversations in early years settings.Whether it’s giving feedback, resolving conflict, or leading with empathy under pressure, how we communicate in challenging moments can either build trust or break it.

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S3 #2 First Impressions Matter: Rethinking Customer Service in Early Years Settings with Orchid Roy

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 • Duration 40:29

In this insightful episode of Let’s Talk Early Years, we sit down with Orchids Roy to explore why customer service isn’t just a nice-to-have, it’s a core leadership skill in early childhood settings.From the moment a parent walks through the door, impressions are formed, trust is built (or broken), and your setting’s values are communicated without saying a word.

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