Networking', 'buddying' and 'partnership working' could all become familiar phrases for early years practitioners. That's because, according to experts, building links - formal and informal, within the sector and with other professionals - will be an important part of the programme of funded places for two-year-olds.
As well as bringing benefits to the children, parents and practitioners involved, it could, when seen alongside the two-year-old Progress Check, usher in a more integrated way of working for the early years sector.
'It is essential that partnerships are formed for the two-year-old offer,' says James Hempsall, director of Hempsall's, which is supporting the rollout of the programme in partnership with Mott MacDonald. 'We see this as beneficial for two reasons: meeting children's additional needs, and delivering a joined-up service.
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