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“A good start”. Childcare Offer Rate for Wales Response

11 December 2024

Today, the Welsh Government has released the long-awaited response to the Childcare Offer rate for Wales.

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BLOG: Why it is important to keep ratios low in early years

5 December 2024

Early Years Wales has welcomed the decision from the Welsh Government to retain its current stance on outlining lower ratios for daycare settings outlined in its national minimum standards.

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How can you support your child with literacy at home?

3 December 2024

Early Years Wales responds to figures released by the National Literacy Trust (NLT), stating that since 2019, there has been a general decrease in parental support for children's literacy in the home.

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Cwlwm Newsletter – Autumn Term

27 November 2024

Early Years Wales is pleased to share the latest Cwlwm newsletter. This issue looks at Additional Learning Needs (ALN).

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Early Years Wales welcomes yearly review of childcare rate

25 November 2024

Early Years Wales welcomes the announcement made by the Welsh Government on Wednesday 20th November, outlining that the hourly childcare rate will be reviewed on an annual basis.

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Sport Wales Foundations Framework

21 November 2024

We have been delighted to support Sport Wales with its Foundations Framework in collaboration with Play Wales, local authorities and National Governing Bodies for Sport.

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