The statistics, published by Ofsted last week, are based on the outcomes of 31,877 inspections of childcare providers on the Early Years Register. They show that more than three-quarters of 'non domestic' settings, which include nurseries, are achieving good or outstanding ratings in helping children to feel safe, encouraging children to adopt healthy lifestyles and teaching children how to make a positive contribution.
More than 70 per cent of childminders were achieving good or outstanding ratings for being effective in deploying resources, promoting the welfare of children in the EYFS, helping children to achieve and enjoy their learning and encouraging children to make a positive contribution.
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