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Ofsted has today published the second part in its series of research reviews drawing on a range of research relating to early years education.
Nurseries and childminders across the country will be paid more from today for every government-funded hour they provide to parents.
First published during the 2022 to 2024 Sunak Conservative government
With the new school term starting, HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is reminding families to open a Tax-Free Childcare account today to save up to £2,000 per child on their yearly childcare bills.
Child Benefit automatically stops when children reach 16 but it can be claimed for children continuing their education or training.
Minister Coutinho writes to housing associations, social landlords and developers to urge them to allow childminders to work from their rented properties.
Ofsted has issued a fresh warning against the placement of vulnerable children, including those subject to deprivation of liberty orders, in unregistered children’s homes.
Interim delivery plan outlines 21 actions to improve understanding, research and care for those living with myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome.
Ofsted and the Care Quality Commission (CQC) will carry out a joint review of support services for parents from conception until their baby is aged 2 years old.
First local areas selected to test initial set of transformational programmes within children’s social care, supporting families through early help.
A unique collaboration has delivered a £460,000 transformation of a local service hub
From today (24 July 2023), parents of children aged 1 and 2 on Universal Credit will start to benefit from meeting more frequently with work coaches to help them prepare for work.
Largest ever expansion of free childcare in England backed by fair funding for all age groups.
We are seeking views on proposals for how we will inspect supported accommodation for looked after children and care leavers aged 16 to 17.
£204 million cash boost given to nurseries to support the expansion of childcare places
Ofsted's response to the Department for Education's proposals to reform children’s social care.
Response to the Department for Education's (DFE) consultation on the children’s social care national framework and dashboard indicators.
Ofsted responds to the Department for Education's call for views on a set of national rules on the engagement of agency social work resource.
All secondary school pupils eligible for free flu vaccine as government expands vaccination programme.
A local charity providing vital support in Copeland has seen its outdoor play area transformed thanks to Sellafield Ltd, Mitie and a host of other suppliers.
As part of one of the Prime Minister’s five key priorities to grow the economy, low-earning parents on Universal Credit are set to benefit from up to a £522 monthly boost to cover childcare costs – making it easier for them …
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