The National Strategic Plan for Early Childhood Development in Jamaica
Country Resources
Child and Youth General Policies, Laws, Strategies & Plans, Service Standards
Jamaica
1 January 2008
Policy document
Print
Early Childhood Commission, Ministry of Education
Government of Jamaica
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Description
This strategic plan is designed to meet the needs of Jamaica’s parents and children.The plan includes the following processes to improve early childhood development:
1. Effective parenting education and support
2. Effective preventive health care
3. Early and effective screening, diagnosis and intervention for “at risk” children and households
4. Safe, learner centered, well-maintained ECI facilities
5. Effective curriculum delivery by trained ECD practitioners
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