Early childhood education: a global scenario: a report on a study conducted by the Education International ECE Task Force

This study is a product of an early childhood education (ECE) mapping exercise conducted by the Education International ECE Task Force. Its findings reveal that there is a wide range of positive developments and experiences in several countries, including increasing participation rates, provision of comprehensive ECE services, as well as the training and professional development of teachers. However, progress remains slow and uneven, both within and between countries.