A Situational Analysis of Early Childhood Development Services in Kosovo
Low levels of foundational literacy and numeracy skills in Kosovo limit the ability of young adults to develop the skills required for the labor market and to lead full and productive lives. It is well documented that early childhood development (E...
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| Format: | Report |
| Language: | English |
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World Bank, Washington, DC
2021
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| Online Access: | http://documents.worldbank.org/curated/undefined/896121631867828915/A-Situational-Analysis-of-Early-Childhood-Development-ECD-Services-in-Kosovo http://hdl.handle.net/10986/36360 |
| Summary: | Low levels of foundational literacy and
numeracy skills in Kosovo limit the ability of young adults
to develop the skills required for the labor market and to
lead full and productive lives. It is well documented that
early childhood development (ECD)in the first 1,000 days of
life lays the foundation for a lifetime of positive outcomes
in health, education, wellbeing, and labor market
productivity. This period is proven to be sensitive for
brain development and strengthening of the immune system.
The brain grows faster during this period than any other
time. Children missing appropriate health and nutrition,
education, and nurturing care supports in these critical
years may encounter long-term difficulties in learning and
life outcomes. Evidence finds that those who fall behind
early struggle to catch up, losing out on valuable higher
education and human capital potential. Research confirms
that efforts and investments to improve human capital
outcomes must start in the earliest years and employ a
multisectoral approach to help children survive and thrive.
The aim of this situational analysis is to support the
government of Kosovo in developing a comprehensive strategy
and enabling environment that support the equitable
expansion of quality ECD services. This report analyzes
multi-sectoral services supporting ECD in Kosovo by taking a
child growth and development approach from pregnancy to
entry to primary school, around six years old. |
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