Early Years and Childcare
Read the Kent Early Years and Childcare Strategy 2020-2023 on the KCC website.
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Sufficiency and Sustainability
Support and information for providers on sufficient and sustainable settings.
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Improvement and Standards
Advice, support and training for all Early Years and childcare providers.
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Equality and Inclusion
Advice, support and training for equality and inclusion including Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND).
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Partnership and Integration
Support and information for providers on partnership working with settings and parents.
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Free Early Education
Support and information for providers delivering free early education for 2, 3 and 4 year olds.
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Kent Early Years and Childcare Provider Association
Information about this Association which is representative of all Early Years and Childcare provide types across Kent.
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Kent Country Parks
Offering outdoor learning for all ages and abilities.
News articles
14 Feb
Join the Asthma Friendly Schools scheme
Risk of serious crushing or impact injury to children
Revised guidance on PEEPs
Information regarding the 2025-26 price changes for The Education People’s services.
Closing date for nominations: 28th February 2025

Early years and childcare bulletin
View the recent early years and childcare bulletin.