More than 1,200 responses were received in the online poll, which ran for three weeks in January and February.
The survey gathered views on which policy model could best support access to high quality early education and childcare for children from all backgrounds. The question was asked in two contexts:
A ‘hybrid’ model involving a mix of subsidised and free places garnered the most support, both in principle (45 per cent of respondents) and practice (46 per cent).
Votes were underpinned by a wealth of comment and detail on targeting government assistance, which will be reported soon.
The research formed part of the wider ‘Big EY Debate’, an event held by Ceeda in January to facilitate transparent debate on childcare entitlements, and encourage collaboration on solutions to well-evidenced challenges.
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