Opinion

Editor’s view - Open Questions

The early years sector is split about the wisdom of opening more widely from this week, and there are tough decisions to be made

As I write this, shortly before Nursery World’s June issue goes off to press, it is still not confirmed whether schools and nurseries will be expected to open to more children from 1 June, although all the signs from government are pointing in that direction.

One thing is certain though – this is one of the most difficult decisions that most settings will ever have to make. Weighing up the risks, the organisation and logistics, the best interests of children, families and staff, and the financial implications that either way could mean operating at a loss is a complex and troubling process, as our news analysis on pages 6-7 shows.

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