Jackie Nunns, chief executive of the Trojans scheme, which runs out-of-school and holiday play schemes in London, summed up the views of many in the sector.
She said, 'The Childcare Bill consultation proposes that only services for children aged five and under should be legally required to register, in which case children as young as six can be cared for in an uninspected out-of-school club or play scheme.'
The deregulation will only affect childcare that is not based on a school site. Settings within a school fall within the school's normal Ofsted inspection.
While Anne Longfield, chief executive of charity 4Children, supported the incorporation of inspection of out-of-school childcare within the overall school inspection 'to streamline and mainstream provision', she argued that this must not be at the expense of quality.
Register now to continue reading
Thank you for visiting Nursery World and making use of our archive of more than 35,000 expert features, subject guides, case studies and policy updates. Why not register today and enjoy the following great benefits:
What's included
-
Free access to 4 subscriber-only articles per month
-
Unlimited access to news and opinion
-
Email newsletter providing activity ideas, best practice and breaking news
Already have an account? Sign in here
