Reports from the OECD Thematic Review of ECEC

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Starting Strong II (2006) (Final report)
Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development, 19 Sep 06
See pp.45-72 for two chapters on ECEC program integration
- Chapter 2: A systemic and integrated approach to early childhood education and care (ECEC) policy
- Chapter 3: A strong and equal partnership with the education system
As well, see pp. 157-176 for Chapter 7: Appropriate training and working conditions for early childhood education and care staff

Canada Country Note (Report of the Canada ECEC review)
Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development, 25 Oct 04
Especially see pp.71 for discussion of Upstream Policy Recommendation 3: "Build bridges between child care and kindergarten education, with the aim of integrating ECEC both at ground level and at policy and management levels."

Starting Strong (2001)
Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development, 13 Jun 01
See pp.126-129 for recommendations on the integration of services as a key element of successful ECEC policy:
- A systemic and integrated approach to policy development and implementation
- A strong and equal partnership with the education system