With a new government now in power, many of us will be wondering what the future holds for early years in England. The question remains whether a priority will be enhancing the quality of the sector and raising its status, with plans for a graduate-led workforce.
Correlations exist between graduate-led settings and outcomes for children. Research by Bonetti and Blanden (2020) found a particular link between children from disadvantaged backgrounds and improved outcomes when attending a setting led by a graduate.
At a time when social mobility is a focus, the roll-out of funded sessions could be the key to narrowing the attainment gap, alongside a drive to recruit and retain graduates.
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