Exploring barriers to learning in the early years
Early years practitioners need to address all barriers to learning in order to meet the needs of children and their families, regardless of their circumstances. The resources in this section explore the barriers you may face, including strategies to deal with child poverty on a local level.
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An introduction to child poverty
Resources on tackling child poverty.
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Child poverty: we can make a difference event
Summary from the event for leaders of children's centre and directors of local authorities.
Publications
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Child poverty: we can make a difference
Summary report from the child poverty event held for children's centre leaders in December 2009
Interactive resources
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Child poverty website
Latest news and information from the Child Poverty Unit (CPU) -
Tackling child poverty: are you on target?
Information and guidance for preventing and tackling child poverty at the local level. -
Giving children a healthy start
This report by the Audit Commission highlights recommendations for giving children a healthy start.
Articles
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Child poverty
An introduction to how child poverty affects children's health, safety and their ability to reach their full potential. -
Child poverty: we can make a difference
Summary of the National College's child poverty event held for children's centre leaders in December 2009.

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