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Sector voices capacity doubts as second phase of early entitlement expansion opens

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May 13, 2024
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The second phase of the government’s early entitlement expansion opened on Sunday 12 May, sparking fresh concerns about the early years sector’s capacity to accommodate demand. Read more

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85% of two-year-old codes validated by providers, DfE figures show

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May 7, 2024
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More than 211,000 eligibility codes have been validated by providersRead more

New independent report highlights risks of entitlement expansion

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Apr 23, 2024
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The National Audit Office has warned of "significant uncertainty" around the feasibility, costs, and benefits related to the schemeRead more

DfE consults on details of experience-based route plans

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Apr 22, 2024
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73% of respondents supported the proposal to introduce an experienced-based route in last year's EYFS consultationRead more

DfE launches new consultation on EYFS safeguarding changes

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Apr 22, 2024
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Government says the changes will strengthen existing requirements.Read more

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