Up until now, QCDA has been responsible for delivering and assessing EYFS. But a government spokesman said ministers are yet to decide whether these functions will be transferred to the Department for Education (DfE).
Helen Willis, lead officer for early years professionals at the children's services union Aspect, said the closure of QCDA is "very worrying".
"QCDA provides practical resources and support for childcare providers, including materials to help settings meet their statutory requirements around the EYFS," she explained.
"The departure of the QCDA will leave only a very small curriculum unit with the DfE, with a tiny number of officials, many of whom are not early years experts by background. Even with the best efforts such a small group will not be able to provide anything close to the current levels of support."
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