A change to the Government's flagship budget policy on childcare is raising more questions than answers for the sector.

It's backtracking on conditions involving the 20 hours free Early Childhood Education, after providers complained about the pay-by-the hour system.

Montessori Aotearoa Chief Executive Cathy Wilson says the sector is pleased they're having their concerns responded to.

But she told Kate Hawkesby communication is an issue and they've only met with the associate minister, not Education Minister Jan Tinetti.

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A change to the Government's flagship budget policy on childcare is raising more questions than answers for the sector.
It's backtracking on conditions involving the 20 hours free Early Childhood Education, after providers complained about the pay-by-the hour system.
Montessori Aotearoa Chief Executive Cathy Wilson says the sector is pleased they're having their concerns responded to.
But she told Kate Hawkesby communication is an issue and they've only met with the associate minister, not Education Minister Jan Tinetti.
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