Fortunately the evidence suggests that the new policies can pass bothtests. There is plenty to show that quality integrated early yearsservices, delivered by qualified staff, improve outcomes for allchildren, particularly those from poorer backgrounds. Still moreevidence demonstrates that the Every Child Matters approach of lookingat all outcomes for children in schools brings real gains to educationalattainment.
And the evidence is very strong that this more rounded approach tochildren's needs is what parents want too. What have been the big publicissues concerning children in schools in the last year? Child protection- "staying safe" - and school dinners - "being healthy". It seems thatEvery Child Matters is that rare creature - a cross-party policy whichis successful in meeting children's needs, but also popular withparents.
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