As a new report from the Nuffield Foundation flags the pressing need for more investment in qualifications (see online news, 20 October), it seems obvious that this must include investment in leadership skills. Adapting to the changes wrought by Covid suggests a need for innovative programmes of professional development that are tailored to a brave new world.
Last month the Education Secretary Nadhim Zahawi pledged £180 million to ‘develop and deepen’ early years expertise. On the back of this we have the promised launch next year of the NPQ for Early Years Leadership. Complementing the current suite of NPQs aimed at teachers and school leaders, it is open to Level 3 practitioners whether they work in private, voluntary or independent settings, or in school-based nurseries or as childminders. It’s good to see a leadership qualification accessible to those at Level 3.
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