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EYE SUPPLEMENT Research: Ready for School?

Dr Megan L. Wood of Leeds University shares more about research that has identified links between school readiness and later outcomes
The author argues that the current early years system is socially divisive and has an artificial distinction between care and education PHOTO Adobe Stock
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Early years practitioners play a pivotal role in supporting children’s holistic development, from social and emotional growth to early literacy and numeracy. The evidence clearly shows the importance of these non-academic aspects of development in children’s long-term outcomes, not just regarding how well they can read and write.

DATA-DRIVEN INSIGHTS

Research led by academics at the University of Leeds, Born In Bradford’s Centre for Applied Education Research and Lancaster University has demonstrated the power of connecting data when it comes to supporting our children. It shows how we can gain a deeper understanding of children’s needs and ensure that they receive the best possible care and support to thrive by linking information from different sources.

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