The poll of more than 9,000 early years settings in England, conducted by the Early Years Alliance (EYA) between 28 April and 4 May, revealed overwhelming opposition to the proposals which would bring ratios in line with those used in Scotland.
Under plans announced by children and families minister Will Quince, settings in England could operate under a ratio of one adult per five two-year-olds, up from the current limit of four.
While the alliance said its research was carried out ahead of the government’s official announcement about relaxing the ratios, its findings showed 87 per cent of respondents were opposed to the principle of operating with more children per adult.
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