Early years

The Centre for Analysis of Social Exclusion (CASE) examines different dimensions of social disadvantage and analyses the impact of public policy. Our work covers, among others, the theme of Early years. Select a topic below to see related research, events and publications.

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Social policies and distributional outcomes in a changing Britain

What progress has been made in addressing social inequalities through social policies in 21st century Britain? Read more...

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Inequalities in early education in England

We are exploring inequalities in children's access to high quality early education and care by background, and how these have changed over the past decade. Read more...

An equal start?

Providing Quality Early Education and Care for Disadvantaged Children. By Ludovica Gambaro, Kitty Steward and Jane Waldfogel Read more...

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The impact of the Health in Pregnancy Grant

We are conducting original research on whether the Health in Pregnancy Grant was effective at reducing cases of low birthweight and prematurity - the two main health outcomes at stake. Read more...

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Inequalities in early education in England

Using data from the National Pupil Database, we are exploring inequalities in children's access to high quality early education and care (ECEC) by background (income, ethnicity and EAL), and how these have changed over the past decade. Read more...