The action plan provides an update on the progress of each of the 46 actions detailed in the 2018 plan. It also sets out the details of 15 new actions which will be taken forward by Welsh Government to enhance online safety provision, policy and practice across Wales. Read More

Advocacy is about: speaking up for children and young people, empowering children and young people to make sure their rights are respected and their views, wishes and feelings are heard at all times, representing the views, wishes and feelings of children and young people to decision-makers, and helping them to navigate the system. Read More

Kirsty Williams AM has published statutory guidance to make school uniforms more affordable, accessible and gender-neutral. Read More

A draft plan for the Childcare, Play and Early Years sector setting out our proposed 10-year strategic ambition for this workforce was consulted upon in 2014. Read More

This guidance is issued under sections 22 (3), 23(3), 26(2) (b) and 27(7) of the
Childcare Act 2006 and section 118 (A) (2) (b) of the School Standards and
Framework Act 1998. Read More

Our 2015 Child Poverty Strategy includes 5 key objectives for tackling child poverty and improving the outcomes of low income families in Wales. Read More

Families First is designed to improve outcomes for children, young people and families. It emphasises prevention and early intervention for families, particularly those living in poverty. Read More

The evaluation has highlighted a number of benefits and challenges associated with developing, delivering and accessing the Offer. Read More

Flying Start is part of Welsh Governments early years programme for families with children under 4 years of age living in disadvantaged areas of Wales. Read More

In the summer term 2019, children in Years 2 to 9 will take national tests in reading and numeracy (reasoning). Read More