Quality Standards for ECCE (Draft)

Abstract

This framework is illustrative of good practices, and identifies the key principles and indicators required for assuring quality in Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) services. Defining these standards will allow for the progress towards assessment, regulation and finally accreditation of ECCE provisions. The framework allows programmes to assess quality, and identify the possible lacunae that need to be addressed if quality ECCE is to be provided. The document comprises of three separate but interlinked sections: the framework; the domain themes defining the standards of quality; and the assessment tools for grading and accreditation as a reference.