Childcare Act 2006: Primary legislation governing early years provision and childcare in England and Wales, setting standards for childcare providers and early education services
Education Act 2011: Key legislation covering various aspects of education system reform, including early years education provisions
Children and Families Act 2014: Legislation focusing on improving services for key groups of children, including those with SEND in early education settings
Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Framework: Statutory framework setting standards for learning, development, and care of children from birth to 5 years old
Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS): Professional qualification requirements for teachers working with children aged 0-5 in early years settings
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS): Professional certification required for teaching in maintained schools, including early years settings
Keeping Children Safe in Education: Statutory guidance for schools and colleges on safeguarding children and safer recruitment
Working Together to Safeguard Children: Statutory guidance on inter-agency working to safeguard and promote the welfare of children
Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act 2006: Legislation establishing the framework for vetting and barring individuals working with children
Childcare (Disqualification) Regulations 2018: Regulations specifying circumstances that disqualify individuals from providing early years childcare
Teachers' Standards (Early Years): Professional standards that specify the minimum level of practice expected of teachers in early years settings
GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018: Legislation governing how personal data must be handled and protected in educational settings
Equality Act 2010: Legislation protecting against discrimination and promoting equality in educational settings
SEND Code of Practice: Statutory guidance for organizations working with children who have special educational needs and disabilities
