Albania’s Early Childhood Crisis: Only 10% of Children Under 3 in Public Nurseries as 18 Municipalities Lack Any Services

Albania’s Early Childhood Crisis: Only 10% of Children Under 3 in Public Nurseries as 18 Municipalities Lack Any Services

Albania is facing a growing challenge in Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC), a key component for human capital development and for increasing women’s participation in the labor market. Despite demographic decline, the demand for nursery and preschool services continues to rise, placing additional pressure on an already fragile system. The latest Public Finance Review report by the World Bank highlights that Albania urgently needs to stren…