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Targets include a personalised care plans for all pregnant women. Picture: Adobe Stock

News 9 April 2021

Expert panel to rate government’s ability to meet maternity targets

The EYFS framework includes a focus on maths. Picture: Adobe Stock

News 1 April 2021

New EYFS framework to be introduced nationally from September, DfE confirms

Experts have warned the underspend could leave settings forced to close. Picture: Adobe Stock

News 31 March 2021

Councils report £62m underspend on funded childcare places

Providers need to identify business risks. Picture: Krankenimages.com/Adobe Stock

Analysis 30 March 2021

Five key pandemic lessons that can make childcare businesses stronger

Top priorities include ending child poverty, a long-term early years strategy and funding for inclusive services

Sponsored Features 30 March 2021

From Crisis in the Early Years to a Fairer Start: Could We Close the School Readiness Gap By 2030?

The plan includes accessible support and information for all families. Picture: Adobe Stock

News 25 March 2021

Councils to provide 'Start for Life' offer under Leadsom proposals

Babies born during the pandemic face increased risk of being missed by support services, research warns. Picture: Adobe Stock

News 23 March 2021

Calls for ‘urgent reform’ of services to protect young children and babies

New mums have reported more mental health problems during lockdown. Picture: Adobe Stock

News 16 March 2021

Maternal mental health services ‘struggling with increased demand’ amid pandemic

The children's commissioner has called for more support for health visitors. Picture: IHV

News 16 March 2021

Children’s commissioner calls for ‘rocket boost’ for early years services

Parents are paying higher childcare costs than before the pandemic, Coram has warned. Picture: Adobe Stock

News 9 March 2021

Childcare costs increased in a third of local authorities during pandemic, analysis shows

Childminders have been told to attend testing centres. Picture: Adobe Stock

News 4 March 2021

Fury over ‘absurd’ exclusion of childminders from Covid-19 home testing

Peter Wanless said he was especially worried about the vulnerability of very young children. Picture: NSPCC

News 4 March 2021

NSPCC chief: Councils ‘need to be ready’ for soaring children’s services demand

This year's award ceremony was held virtually

Features 4 March 2021

CYP Now Awards: Winners revealed

Ariella was diagnosed with hearing loss as a baby (see case study below). Picture: AVUK

News 3 March 2021

World Hearing Day: Government urged to fund specialist therapy for deaf children

Early years settings have seen a drop in attendance. Picture: Adobe Stock

News 2 March 2021

Childcare sector calls for Budget support over £250m funding loss