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Who is eligible for 30 hours free childcare and how you can get it.
Help with the cost of paying for approved childcare - Tax-Free Childcare, 15 and 30 hours childcare, childcare vouchers, tax credits, Learner Support.
What all schools will need to do during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
A joint consultation published by Ofqual and the Department for Education on proposed changes to the assessment of GCSEs, AS and A levels in 2022.
How to apply for 30 hours free childcare.
Guidance for schools to meet existing expectations for teaching early reading.
Get financial help from your local council or your child's school to pay for school uniform and games kit.
Check what help you might be able to get with childcare schemes like tax credits, Tax-Free Childcare, childcare vouchers and free childcare or education for 2 to 4-year-olds
Check if your child can get free school meals - and find out how to apply on your local authority’s website
Information for parents and carers about attending schools, nurseries and colleges in 2021.
What childcare services early years settings, childminders and local authorities need to provide during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.
The standards that school and childcare providers must meet for the learning, development and care of children from birth to 5.
Statutory guidance for schools and colleges on safeguarding children and safer recruitment.
The home of Department for Education on GOV.UK. The Department for Education is responsible for children’s services and education, including early years, schools, higher and further education policy, apprenticeships and wide…
Non-statutory curriculum guidance for the early years foundation stage.
Check school performance tables (‘league tables’), Ofsted reports and financial information.
What school leaders, teachers and school staff need to do during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.
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
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