The Equalities Team
Cambridgeshire Early Years and Childcare Service has an Equalities Team to support and develop equalities practice in early years and childcare settings.
What do we mean by equalities?
Equalities is about ensuring that everybody in society is treated equally and fairly.
We do this by:
- valuing difference
- recognising the impact of discrimination
- helping all of our children reach their individual potential
- recognising the importance of what is learned in childhood
- challenging negative labels and attitudes.
Settings that have signed the 'Local Agreement for Childcare Providers in Cambridgeshire' need to have:
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An Equalities Named Coordinator (ENCo)
Initial and refresher training are available. Follow the link to 'Childcare Training and Qualifications' on the right-hand side of this page to access the 'Early Years and Childcare Training Programme'.
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An Equalities Policy and Action Plan
Settings need to be proactive in promoting equality and diversity. The Action Plan shows what you plan to achieve in the next year. You can download a template for an action plan from the Publications area of this webpage.