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Nearly 40% of English children lack basic school readiness skills, straining teachers and exposing a crisis in early education.
A 2026 survey by Kindred Squared finds that nearly 40% of children starting reception class in England lack basic school readiness skills, including toileting, eating independently, and using books properly, with rates higher in the North East.
Teachers report losing 2.4 hours daily on caregiving tasks, citing excessive screen time as a major factor.
Despite 88% of parents believing their children are ready, only 67.7% met key milestones in 2023/24.
The government aims for 75% school readiness by 2028, but education leaders warn of a systemic crisis due to underfunded early years services and rising demand.
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Casi el 40% de los niños ingleses carecen de habilidades básicas de preparación escolar, lo que agota a los maestros y expone una crisis en la educación temprana.