Childcare

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New study reveals which UK companies offer the best parental leave

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Nurseries warn they face closure as National Insurance hike impacts costs

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More disabled children could soon thrive in mainstream schools under new SEN reforms

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Private school fees set to rise: what parents need to know about the new VAT

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Schools enhance maternity pay to keep female teachers in the classroom

Single Mum in a home environment home schools / helps her children with homework. She holds a digital tablet out in front of her. Recognisable scene for parents in lockdown attempting to juggle a work / life balance during the Coronavirus pandemic.

What is the unschooling trend on TikTok? Here’s everything you need to know

Nursery children playing with teacher in the classroom

Ministers scrap ‘free childcare’ label as frustration grows over soaring nursery fees

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Government pauses plans for 44 new state schools in England

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Free school meals trial feeds 20,000 more children in England

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Government to address nursery staff shortages before expanding childcare services

Two-tier childcare system ‘stigmatising’ disadvantaged families, new report reveals

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Can childminders re-open now – or not?

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How much do nurseries, nannies and childminders cost?

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A day in the life of… a trainee Norland nanny

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Are compulsory nap times at nursery a good idea?