LEARNING

The development of a framework to support practitioners working with children from birth to three is a milestone in recognising and valuing our youngest children and the contribution made to their growth and development by the adults who work with them. It raises the status of work with this important age group and marks our commitment to supporting quality and effective practice with children from birth to three. It was developed with practitioners and draws on their wealth of experience in the childcare sector.

The principles which underpin the Framework come from a number of sources including representative organisations, leading child care writers, experts and practitioners. They are as follows -

Parents and families are central to the well-being of the child.

Relationships with other people (both adults and children) are of crucial importance in a child's life.

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