We also take in the story of a modular-built nursery on a school site in Essex (see page 12) and the conversion of an English Heritage church near the City of London (see page 18). Ultimately, the standard of childcare, judged by parents and their children, will be the determining factor of the success of these nurseries, but their stories will prepare you for the frustrations that can arise!
Change seems to grow apace in the early years sector and we have tried to give you the latest information on all that is happening politically, with the Government's National Childcare Strategy, and commercially (see page 6). In September, the new Early Years Directorate, an arm of Ofsted, will take over the registration and inspection of nurseries from local authorities, implementing new national standards for daycare (see page 20). This is a welcome move to harmonise standards across the country and our feature is essential reading for prospective nursery owners.
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