All
early childhood programs that are in a public school or child care centers should
put the child’s holistic development and go beyond in assisting a child in their
developmental progress. Having high
quality programs also will promote motivation, confidence, cognitive and
linguistic development along with school readiness.
Therefore,
I decided to research the site and look more into the Early Childhood tab. After reading the access and equity, it shows
that we are not alone as in trying to provide the best early childhood
education for all children. We all have
agreed that learning starts at birth and we also know that the underprivileged children
need the benefits to early childhood care and education.
The
site stated……
“Participating
countries committed themselves to “expanding and improving comprehensive early
childhood care and education, especially for the most vulnerable and
disadvantaged children.” Governments were particularly urged to expand
equitable access to quality early childhood services underscoring the
importance of instituting policy in favor of the poor……….Countries often
promote alternative services for poor children with limited or no access to
mainstream early childhood services which can be cost-effective and
pedagogically innovative, but often raise concerns about sustainability and
quality. In cases where the government has limited resources, a pro-poor policy
can redistribute resources by reducing state support for the more privileged……Central
governments must ensure an equitable distribution of resources among different
populations and especially those who live in the most disadvantaged regions.
This approach aims to expand access without creating serious regional
inequities. However, where there is universal provision for a certain age group
while the overall enrolment in other age groups is low, this policy can create
inequity…..Privileged children of the target age group benefit from state
investment, while poor children of non-target ages receive scant government
attention. A policy of universalising with targeting can minimize inequity where
governments aim for universal access among the target age group, but
simultaneously priorities the poor.”
Nina,
ReplyDeleteI feel happy to hear such commitment from people in and out the early childhood field. I agree with the Universal Preschool to be in place already, because we know that will continue bringing great results for our children, which besides everything, children are the future of our country. I am waiting for the time where we can all see the importance in investing in our children, and put in place such universal standards, surely is a great start. Thank you for sharing!
Nina-
ReplyDeleteI live in a state that recently began universal preschool for all. I love this idea and see the benefits each day when I go into work. I used to work in a different state that didn't acknowledge this. There is great inequity because of this. Many public preschools in that state turn away typial learners. And if typical learners do get lucky and get a spot, then they have to pay. In private centers, the costs are high and only families living in poverty get subsidy. So there is a great unequity with this as well because there are many families that can't afford to send their children to peschool so those children don'tget the services needed. I also look forward to a day when all states offer universal preschool.
Victoria