Last year, five sets of twins made up half the class at the Flying Start playgroup at Pembroke Dock Community School, Wales. This year, five sets have entered reception at Ramsey Spinning Infant School, Peterborough, while the number of sets at the 1,140-pupil Grange School in Cheshire has risen to 20. But with around one UK child in 35 a twin, is it time all early years settings became familiar with the particular needs of the nation's growing number of multiples?
According to 2005 figures - the latest year for which statistics are available - there were 10,533 twin maternities in the UK, up from 9,578 just five years earlier (see box).
Register now to continue reading
Thank you for visiting Nursery World and making use of our archive of more than 35,000 expert features, subject guides, case studies and policy updates. Why not register today and enjoy the following great benefits:
What's included
-
Free access to 4 subscriber-only articles per month
-
Unlimited access to news and opinion
-
Email newsletter providing activity ideas, best practice and breaking news
Already have an account? Sign in here