This fourth edition provides essential theoretical and practical foundations for effective management in early childhood development (ECD) and Foundation Phase education in South Africa. It demonstrates how education managers can successfully meet the needs of children, educators, parents, and communities—critical factors in the success of ECE centers. Covering management of centers for children from birth to nine years, this comprehensive resource includes practical tools like templates, inventories, and planning guides. The content specifically addresses South African educational frameworks including NCF, NELDS, ELDAs, and CAPS, while offering practical applications of theoretical concepts and philosophical approaches.

Section A Early Childhood Education and its management
Chapter 1 Education management in Early Childhood Education
Chapter 2 Programmes and institutions for Early Childhood Education
Chapter 3 Early Childhood Education and the law

Section B Managing human resources
Chapter 4 Managing staff in the education of young children
Chapter 5 Managing learners in Early Childhood Education
Chapter 6 Managing differences in Early Childhood Education
Chapter 7 Managing parental participation in Early Childhood Education
Chapter 8 Management committees in Early Childhood Education

Section C Managing quality child care
Chapter 9 Managing the learning environment in Early Childhood Education centres
Chapter 10 Managing health, safety and equipment in Early Childhood Education

Section D Managing administration
Chapter 11 Managing finances
Chapter 12 Managing administration in Early Childhood Education

Section E Establishing an Early Childhood Education centre
Chapter 13 Establishing an Early Childhood Development Centre