We are delighted to see the publication the Royal Foundation Centre for Early Childhood’s Shaping Us Framework. The Framework describes core social and emotional skills in an accessible way, which everyone in society can use and understand – as the basis for action. Social and emotional development begins in early childhood, and this period provides a golden opportunity to nurture these skills – which then continue to grow throughout our lives. Getting this right could have a truly profound impact on the future of individuals, and our society. Our Prof Emily Jones wrote an essay supporting the launch, focusing on the importance of communication: https://centreforearlychildhood.org/news-insights/guest-essays/communication-the-gateway-to-the-world