Scottish Study of Early Learning and Childcare Phases 4-6

Concepts

• scottish study of early learning
• scottish study of early learning and childcare
• glasgow
• welfare services
• early learning
• childcare phases
• behalf of the scottish ministers
• scottish government children
• sselc phases
• scottish government children and families analysis unit

Location

United Kingdom: Scotland

Description

Post-expansion Phases of the Scottish Study of Early Learning and Childcare (SSELC Phases 4-6) evaluation which aims to explore the impact of the expansion of funded early learning

Total Quantity or Scope

Scottish Government Children and Families Analysis Unit and the Directorate for Early Learning and Childcare, on behalf of the Scottish Ministers, wish to commission the Post-expansion Phases of the Scottish Study of Early Learning and Childcare (SSELC Phases 4-6) evaluation which aims to explore the impact of the expansion of funded early learning and childcare (ELC) in Scotland from 600 hours to 1,140 hours per year.

Renewal Options

Following the end of the initial contract period of 24 months the contract maybe extended by 6 months.

Award Criteria

CPV Codes

• 85311300 - Welfare services for children and young people

Indicators

• This is a one-off contract (no recurrence)
• Renewals are available.
• Financial restrictions apply.
• Staff qualifications are relevant.

Other Information

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