An Assessment of Implementation Strategies of Integrated Early Childcare and Development (IECD) in Epe Local Government Area of Lagos State

Abstract

The study investigated implementation strategies of integrated EarlyChildcare and Development (IECD) in Epe Local Government Area of LagosState. The sample for the study comprises 53 headteachers and 89 caregivers using purposive sampling techniques. The instrument used was a two part questionnaire. Simple percentages and chi-square (x2) were used toanalyse the data. The result showed that major stakeholders inimplementation of IECD were yet to be given proper in-service training. Thestudy also revealed non-availability of IECD curriculum and instructional/play materials in some schools/centres. Recommendations on how to properly implement the IECD curriculum were made.Lagos