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New project to challenge stereotypes around men's role in early education.
First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government
Nadhim Zahawi gives the keynote address at the Manchester School Readiness Conference
1,000 health visitors to be trained to support children's early language and communication needs during routine home visits
Consultation proposals on how Ofsted inspects schools, early years settings and further education and skills providers, to take effect from September 2019.
Ofsted has appointed a range of experts and professionals from universities, schools and pre-schools, to join its new Early Years Pedagogy and Practice Forum.
Ofsted is setting up a forum for academics, practitioners and researchers to talk about a wide range of early years issues.
We interviewed the owner and manager of a private nursery based in Newport.
A statement from Ofsted's press office following coverage of Little Ducklings Pre-School inspection outcome report in the media.
Parents are urged to make the most of government support for childcare costs this summer.
Ofsted's Chief Inspector discussed the importance of the early years and developing a love of reading at the 2018 Pre-school Learning Alliance conference.
A consultation is being launched on new proposals on eligibility for free 15 hour childcare for two-year-olds.
Children and Families Minister Robert Goodwill makes the keynote address at the Nursery World Business Summit in London (Wednesday 8 November)
Ofsted's Chief Inspector talks about Ofsted being a force for improvement in the early years sector.
Two early years settings which have found new ways to attract business from parents and increase occupancy.
David Cameron delivered keynote speech and announced plans for expansion of shared ownership, free hours of childcare and more apprenticeships.
First published during the 2015 to 2016 Cameron Conservative government
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