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The early years foundation stage (EYFS) sets standards for the learning, development and care of children from birth to 5
Search for Sure Start Children's Centres near to your home to find out about daycare and parenting advice
Check if your council offers free early education and childcare
Guidance on copyright licences and how copyright affects schools.
Find out when you'll need to involve the Secretary of State for Education and which forms you'll need to submit.
How much PE and sport premium funding schools will receive for the academic year 2023 to 2024 and advice on how to spend it.
A register of decisions about the disposal of school playing field land.
Apply for a place in a nursery school for children under 5 through your local council
The law does not say an age when you can leave a child on their own, but it's an offence to leave a child alone if it puts them at risk
Safeguarding guidance for providers of activities, after-school clubs, tuition and other out-of-school settings.
Government announces £15 million to help young people in disadvantaged areas to learn outside and experience nature
The standards that school and childcare providers must meet for the learning, development and care of children from birth to 5.
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