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The findings suggest a societal leaning towards gender-specific staffing under the belief that it might enhance safety. However, this raises questions about gender stereotypes, operational feasibility, and the broader implications for inclusivity and quality in early childhood education.
As the government considers policy directions, there's speculation that longstanding ideological commitments—such as preferring publicly run services—may influence future reforms. The potential push towards increased government control over childcare, and eventually into other education sectors like schools and universities, echoes a broader trend of expanding state influence.