Ofsted’s clear mission in the early years is to make sure that all children have the best start in life. We know that excellent early education and care can provide a child with the knowledge and skills they need to thrive throughout their later education and beyond. This is especially the case for the most vulnerable and disadvantaged children, as well as those with SEND – because if we get it right for these children, we get it right for all children.
Our inspections give parents and carers the assurance that their chosen childcare is safe and providing high-quality care and education, and we never shy away from reporting when standards are not good enough. That is how we best serve the interests of children and their parents. But we know that there is room for improvement in our relationships with professionals across the early years sector.
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