There is one cause that unites everyone in the early years: giving every child, regardless of background, the best start in life.
But we know that the learning gap between socio-economically disadvantaged children and their peers is already 4.6 months, on average, by the time they start Key Stage 1. This gap only widens throughout primary and secondary school.
High-quality early education is crucial to narrowing these gaps and supporting every child to flourish. The Early Years Foundation Stage includes the word foundation for a reason – these initial years act as the crucial building blocks for education as children get older.
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