The National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 prioritizes Early Childhood Education (ECE) in India, recognizing its role in establishing a robust learning foundation. A study commissioned by the Central Square Foundation aims to address challenges and gaps in ECE provision, responding to NEP 2020’s imperative need for enhancement. The report, ‘Building Strong Foundations,’ combines existing data and primary research to comprehensively analyze systemic challenges and programmatic gaps affecting ECE classrooms and home learning.
The report’s chapters cover an overview of ECE in India, themes explored in primary field surveys, in-depth analysis of curriculum design, findings from classroom observations, and implications on policy and state-level programs. Click below to access the report.
