Audit Scotland: Roll-out of 1140 hours leaves sector fragile
NDNA’s CEO said, “The aims of the funded ELC policy are well supported but today’s report shows there are still a lot of issues with the 1140 hours expansion"
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Government to consult on further changes to the EYFS
The Department for Education has launched an eight week consultation on possible changes to the Early Years Foundation Stage as part of reforms they hope will help providers.
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Childcare payments for Universal Credit overhauled after NDNA campaign
As part of the Government’s biggest ever expansion to childcare provision, low-income families will be able to access increased childcare support from 28 June.
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National Minimum Standards refreshed – Wales
The National Minimum Standards was refreshed and published on 18 May following the consultation that NDNA Cymru responded to. These changes come into force immediately.
Read moreEarly years funding – millions used for other purposes or taken back by DfE
Local authorities are continuing to use £millions of early years funding to offset other deficits or put in reserves, according to an investigation by National Day Nurseries Association (NDNA).
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Childcare expansion: success or failure depends on government support
Following the ambitious announcement of extra funded early education and care for children and families in the Spring Budget, National Day Nurseries Association (NDNA) has found providers need urgent support with staffing and that all promised funding must reach the front-line, if they are to deliver this policy.
Read moreNew First Minister elected and Education appointments made
Scottish National Party members elected MP for Glasgow Pollok, Humza Yousaf, as their new leader, who was officially sworn in as First Minister last week (29 March).
Read moreScottish Government consultation report suggests improvements
The Scottish Government has published its response and findings of the Consultation on Inspection of Early Learning and Childcare (ELC) and School Age Childcare Services in Scotland.
Read moreNDNA partners with Hope to secure more discounts for nurseries
National Day Nurseries Association (NDNA) is announcing a new commercial partnership with educational resources supplier Hope.
Read moreMeet the Minister at NDNA’s Annual Nursery Conference
Children, Families and Wellbeing Minister Claire Coutinho will be attending National Day Nurseries Association (NDNA)’s conference in June.
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