Providers are expected to jump through hoops in order to meet codes of practice and standards - and rightly so. We are also encouraged to educate ourselves to the highest possible standard and be incredibly flexible with regards to change, while attempting to balance this with the practicalities of running a business.
Most provide a holistic child-centred environment where children are able to learn through a play-based curriculum and become happy, successful learners. We work in partnership with parents and the wider community to ensure a well-balanced, broad-based inclusive curriculum.
But the 'hands tied' approach to not being able to charge what we need for quality provision is short-sighted and damaging. Sadly, the people who will be damaged the most are the children.
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