The new Scottish government needs to be child-centred in its approach to early years, a special conference has heard.
Starting Strong II in Scotland, Too: Early Childhood Education and Care in Scotland, held in New Lanark on 14 May, discussed the best way forward for policy and practice. It followed a report by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development, which described social, economic and research factors that affect early childhood policy in 20 countries.
Bronwen Cohen, chief executive of Children in Scotland, said: "During the recent election campaign, the Scottish National Party promised a minister for the early years. We will be seeking a meeting with them to outline the key issues."
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