In 2019, almost 97% of children between the age of 3 and the starting age of compulsory education at primary level were enrolled in early childhood education in the EU, according to data released today by Eurostat, the statistical service of the EU.
Early childhood education (ISCED level 0) is one of the first opportunities children have to develop learning, critical thinking and collaborative skills. Early childhood as well as primary education play a key role in potentially redressing life chances through tackling inequalities and raising proficiency in basic competences.
Source: Cyprus News Agency