Veteran childminder Chieko Nojima has won a lot of attention for her revolutionary methods. She is a leading proponent of inclusive childcare, a philosophy where children of all ages and abilities are grouped together. Her methods can also provide plenty of inspiration for firms looking for new ways to develop their human resources. Assigning children to a mixed group, she gently guides them towards their own solutions to whatever problems may arise. What happens at the start of a tough new term?