Table 2 Definitions and methods for data collection on various types of early childhood education
From: Global tracking of access and quality in early childhood care and education
| Â | Ages | How data are collected | Definition |
|---|---|---|---|
International Standards for Classification of Education (ISCED) 0 | Birth to start of primary school | Surveys or national monitoring | 0.1: Education designed to support early development in preparation for participation in school and society. Programs designed for children below the age of 3 0.2: Education designed to support early development in preparation for participation in school and society. Programs designed for children from age 3 to the start of primary education |
UNESCOa 1) preprimary and 2) early childhood educational development programs | Â | Ministry-reported; dependent on government | Gross early childhood education enrollment ratio in (a) preprimary education and (b) early childhood educational development The educational properties of early childhood educational development are characterized by a learning environment that is visually stimulating and language rich. These programs foster self-expression, with an emphasis on language acquisition and the use of language for meaningful communication. There are opportunities for active play, so that children can exercise their coordination and motor skills under supervision and through interaction with staff. Programs providing only childcare (supervision, nutrition, and health) are not covered by ISCED (see ISCED 2011 Manual, paragraph 105) |
UNICEF | Ages 24 months to 59 months | Household surveys | Participation rate in organized learning (one year before the official primary entry age). The participation rate in organized learning (one year before the official primary entry age), by sex as defined as the percentage of children in the given age range who participate in one or more organized learning program, including programs which offer a combination of education and care. Participation in early childhood and in primary education are both included. The age range will vary by country depending on the official age for entry to primary education. Parents are asked to respond to questions on children’s attendance in early childhood education programs |