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Early Childhood in Focus: Effective Programmes

This fourth edition in the series looks at the policy issues surrounding early childhood education and care programmes.

In this fourth edition, the policy issues surrounding early childhood education and care programmes are brought into focus. There is compelling scientific evidence showing improved long-term outcomes for disadvantaged children who participate in a high-quality programme, but realising this potential through policies and programmes is far from straightforward.

Failure to invest in young children has long-term costs; well-planned investments bring benefits to children, families and society.


This publication is part of a series that brings different issues important for early childhood into focus, developed together with the Child and Youth Studies Group at The Open University.

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Early Childhood in Focus

This collection compiles compelling, evidence-based research and analysis on topics relevant for anyone working with and for young children and families.

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