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Section 11 of the Childcare Act 2006 places a statutory duty on all Local Authorities to undertake a Childcare Sufficiency Assessment (CSA) to gain a clear understanding of their local childcare market. A full CSA is required every 3 years and then a refresh is required on an annual basis.
The latest Childcare Sufficiency Assessment for Stoke-on-Trent can be viewed below.
As a result of the Childcare Sufficiency Assessment an action plan (2011-2014) has been produced to address the findings and recommendations contained within the assessment and additionally, to ensure that the childcare provided in Stoke-on-Trent continues to meet the needs and demands of local families. This action plan is attached below.
The latest Childcare Sufficiency Assessment Refresh Document for 2012 is now available - please see below.
If you would like to know more about the work that is carried out by the local authority to ensure that there is sufficient, good quality childcare available for all who need it, please contact the Family Information Service.