Nursery teachers to get £4,500 to work in disadvantaged areas

Early years teachers in England will receive tax-free payments of £4,500 to work in disadvantaged areas, part of a government initiative to elevate educational standards among pre-school children. The £1.5 billion Best Start in Life strategy aims to bridge the attainment gap, with the education department emphasizing the importance of specialized early years teachers in nurseries. The plan includes increased Ofsted inspections for nurseries and funding for local hubs, reminiscent of the Sure Start centres, to offer support for families.