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Urgent Budget boost needed to deliver on Government’s plans

Read National Day Nurseries Association’s survey results revealing funding rate rise in April will not cover hikes in minimum wages for nursery staff.

 

Government funding for the existing childcare offer is not keeping pace with rising costs, with wage bills up by 14.4% from April compared with a 4.6% rise in funding rates.

National Day Nurseries Association (NDNA) surveyed respondents across 448 private, voluntary and independent nurseries in England and discovered that the funding rate rise in April will not even cover hikes in minimum wages for nursery staff.

This has led to 83% of nurseries saying their costs are higher than the funding for three and four-year-old places. Their average shortfall is a staggering £2.36 per hour per child or £1,345 over the year for a 15-hour place.

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We have provided a series of activities designed to support you with creating an environment where every child can thrive, regardless of ability or background.
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Are you ready to improve your practice and be more informed for JUST £25 A TICKET?

Are you ready to improve your practice and be more informed for JUST £25 A TICKET?

Join us and celebrate NDNA’s 25 years of being a charity, with the NDNA Conference on 7 June 2024, at Coventry Building Society Arena.
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FREE: Introduction to the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) The Basics

England only

The aim of the course is to provide a basic overview and understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), Early Years Outcomes, Development Matters and the Ofsted inspection framework. This will further develop your knowledge and understanding of high-quality provision for the children in your care.

This course is free for NDNA members and is ideal for those new to the sector.

 

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Supporting nurseries across the UK and overseas

NDNA England

Supporting nurseries in England to provide high-quality, sustainable childcare.
NDNA in England

NDNA Scotland

We support Scottish nurseries and are a strategic partner to the Government.
NDNA Scotland: Scotland childcare and early years support

NDNA Cymru

NDNA has a committed and enthusiastic member base representing Wales nurseries.
NDNA Cymru – supporting nurseries in Wales

NDNA International

We support nurseries internationally. Find out more about NDNA international.
NDNA international membership

For support when you need it most…

NDNA gives you the reassuring, expert advice and time-saving resources that allow you to focus on what you do best, caring for children in early years.

 

Join NDNA for:

 

  • A stronger voice on issues crucial to your business
  • Time-saving resources and expert, reassuring advice
  • Access to more information, plus training and ideas to help improve practice
  • As well as great savings on nursery essentials.
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