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Campaign aims to recognise those working in the early years sectorRead more

Royal Foundation research reveals lack of recognition for the early years ...Read more

Union says early years provision costs rising while statutory maternity pay falls in real terms....Read more

Neil Leitch warned the early years is a ‘sector in crisis’ in his speech at the charity’s annual conference....Read more

DfE-backed study will follow first five years of a child’s lifeRead more

512,415 families used Tax-Free Childcare in 2021-2022Read more

Just 2% of providers say plans would result in reduced fees for parentsRead more

EEF reports show particular impact on those from disadvantaged backgroundsRead more

DfE says it will “engage fully” with the sector and parentsRead more

Children and families minister says the government plans to consult on 'mirroring the Scottish model' on ratiosRead more