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Parents

Nurseries, playgroups and reception classes

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Where your child can learn

Nurseries, playgroups, reception classes and childminders and what they have to offer

Free early learning for three and four year olds

When, where and how to get free part-time early education for your three or four year old

Early Years Foundation Stage (birth to five years old)

Information on the early learning standards introduced in September 2008

Getting help with preschool costs

Financial support available to students, lone and working parents

Sure Start Children's Centres

Information about the variety of services available to you and your child from pregnancy to five years old

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