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It is important to compare the pros and cons of the different types of child care.
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Being the new kid on the block can be a daunting experience for young children. To help your tyke get off to a great start, here are some ways to prepare them for life at care.
Rapidly changing circumstances around containment measures and the spread of COVID 19 mean it is very important to rely on official sources of information.
As part of it's Early Learning Action Plan, the government is moving towards a fully qualified workforce in home based early education. This article explains the timelines for introduction.
The Finnish HEI approach makes children active agents in their own learning, learn what else it offers children and families.
Learn about the new Education and Training Act 2020, the most significant reform of education legislation in decades, and what it means for children who attend early learning services.
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