Settings could in theory have to reduce wages due to funding shortfall

DfE surveyed 1,212 providers from early rollout areas

Alliance survey reveals that many providers are planning to increase costs as a result

Shadow minister for the early years says that government is “clearly failing” working parents

HMRC has apologised for the technical problems associated with the Childcare Service website since its launch earlier this year

The cost of raising a child in 2017 has reached £75,436, excluding housing, childcare and council tax, according to a report from the Child Poverty Action Group.

HMRC is offering some parents compensation after continuing problems with the governments Childcare Service website

Nicky Morgan has asked for answers from HMRC on the performance of its Childcare Service website.

The gap between advantaged and disadvantaged children is closing at a “very slow rate”, according to a new report from the Education Policy Institute.

Jobseekers in several sectors, including childcare and early education, have been warned about a growing number of recruitment-based scams

The Children’s Food Trust has announced that it is closing. The charity announced the news on its website today, where it also reflected on its “genuine and positive” contribution to children’s health in the UK.

A new publication from the Alliance offers a practical guide to the EYFS and associated guidance, as well as Ofsted registration and inspections. Insights into the EYFS is now available to members and non-members from the Alliance shop