Education Act 2002: Primary legislation governing education in England and Wales, establishing the regulatory framework for the education system
Childcare Act 2006: Key legislation for early years provision, introducing the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework
Education and Skills Act 2008: Legislation covering education and training requirements, including provisions for early years education
Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS): Statutory framework setting standards for learning, development, and care of children from birth to 5 years old
Teaching Regulation Agency Requirements: Regulatory requirements for teachers, including professional conduct and qualification standards
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS): Professional certification required for teaching in maintained schools in England and Wales
Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS): Specialized qualification for teachers working with children aged 0-5 years
Children Act 1989: Fundamental legislation for child protection and safeguarding in England and Wales
Children Act 2004: Updated legislation strengthening child protection measures and promoting children's welfare
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 children's welfare
Teachers' Standards (Early Years): Professional standards defining minimum level of practice expected of teachers and early years practitioners
Professional Standards for Teaching Assistants: Guidelines defining the responsibilities and expected standards for teaching assistants
General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR): EU regulation on data protection and privacy, incorporated into UK law post-Brexit
Data Protection Act 2018: UK's implementation of data protection standards, complementing GDPR requirements
Equality Act 2010: Legislation protecting against discrimination and promoting equality in employment and education
Employment Rights Act 1996: Core legislation defining employment rights and responsibilities in the UK
