Open call for evidence

Early years education and childcare market study: other interested people

• From: Competition and Markets Authority
• Published: 1 July 2026

Summary

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is seeking views from stakeholders with an interest in early years education and childcare.

This call for evidence is being held on another website.

This call for evidence closes at
11:59pm on 26 July 2026

Call for evidence description

The CMA is looking into the provision of early years education and childcare services. We want to understand how the sector is working for families and providers, and if it could work better.  

We’re looking at education and childcare services – such as childminders, nurseries and pre-schools – for children from birth until they start school (at age 4 or 5).

We’re also asking families and providers to share their views.

Published 1 July 2026