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Smith, Joanne 
ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6729-6094
(2023)
A matter of choice? The implications of relaxed ratios in Early years provision.
International Journal of Birth and Parent Education, 10 (2).
pp. 29-31.
ISSN Print: 2054-0779 Online: 2054-0787
Abstract
This position piece discusses the implications of the current UK proposals regarding the relaxing of adult to child ratios in early years settings, for children aged two years old. It is taken from the position of a private day nursery owner who also advocates for inclusive education. An exploration of the current context in terms of the ‘cost of living crisis’ and the potential impact on early years settings is introduced. Then a brief historical overview of Early Education development, including key policies is discussed. Finally I highlight the conflict between being a business owner, struggling with the increased costs of staffing and the ethical dilemma of still providing high quality childcare during the cost-of-living crisis.
| Item Type: | Article |
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| Additional Information: | The full-text of this article can be accessed via the Official URL. |
| Uncontrolled Discrete Keywords: | early years settings, inclusive education, ratios, cost of living, funding, early years funding, childcare |
| Subjects: | L Education > L Education (General) |
| Divisions: | College of Arts, Humanities and Education > School of Education |
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| Depositing User: | Joanne Smith |
| Date Deposited: | 17 Aug 2023 09:09 |
| Last Modified: | 17 Aug 2023 09:09 |
| URI: | https://worc-9.eprints-hosting.org/id/eprint/13177 |
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