Childcare Exceptions Order Consultation Response

Early Years Wales has submitted its official response to the Welsh Government's recent consultation on the Childcare Exceptions Order, which also sought views on the proposed Voluntary Approval Scheme

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Our response is detailed and technical and reflects the expert insight of our members who took part in our Policy Working Group at the end of September. We would once again like to say a huge thanks to everyone who attended and contributed to that session. The valuable views and experiences shared by members have been instrumental in shaping our consultation response.

Early Years Wales remains committed to ensuring the voices of early years and childcare providers are heard at every stage of policy development in Wales.

If you would like to make your voice heard and influence future policy responses, we would like to encourage you to take part in our Policy Working Groups.

Participation is free for all Early Years Wales members, and the groups meet once every two months to discuss key issues facing the sector, providing us vital views from the frontline about the impact of current policies, and how further policy development could enhance children's experiences.

The next Policy Working Group will take place on Wednesday, 3 December, and all members are welcome to join. Click here to book your place.

For more information, or to read our full consultation response, please download below or email [email protected].

Early Years Wales

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