The Alliance said that in initial findings from the 1,500 responses received so far, 86 per cent said that keeping their business sustainable over the next 12 months was a major issue for them, followed by workforce development and nutrition.
Last year, members highlighted the implementation of the Early Years Foundation Stage as their biggest worry.
Comments by providers also indicated concerns that a rise in unemployment may lead to parents cutting back their childcare hours to rely solely on the free early years entitlement.
Another view was that the recession could have a positive benefit on recruitment and retention, with low staff turnover and new recruits drawn to the sector as people settle for lower incomes.
Register now to continue reading
Thank you for visiting Nursery World and making use of our archive of more than 35,000 expert features, subject guides, case studies and policy updates. Why not register today and enjoy the following great benefits:
What's included
-
Free access to 4 subscriber-only articles per month
-
Unlimited access to news and opinion
-
Email newsletter providing activity ideas, best practice and breaking news
Already have an account? Sign in here
