RA 8980
Early Childhood Care and Development (ECCD) Act of 2000
Established the ECCD system/framework and institutional support for early childhood services.
RA 8980 – Early Childhood Care and Development (ECCD) Act of 2000
RA 10410
Early Years Act of 2013
Strengthened ECCD governance and coordination of early childhood programs/services.
RA 10410 – Early Years Act of 2013
RA 10157
Kindergarten Education Act
Institutionalized mandatory Kindergarten in basic education.
RA 10157 – Kindergarten Education Act
RA 6972
Barangay Day Care Centers Act
Provides for establishment/support of barangay day care centers (community-based ECE).
RA 6972 – Barangay Day Care Centers Act
DepEd Order 40, s. 2012
DepEd Child Protection Policy
Protects young learners from abuse/violence/exploitation/discrimination/bullying; sets reporting and school procedures.
DepEd Order 40, s. 2012 – Child Protection Policy
RA 7610
Special Protection of Children Against Abuse, Exploitation and Discrimination Act
Safeguards children’s rights; key for identifying/reporting child abuse and protecting learners.
RA 7610 – Special Protection of Children Against Abuse, Exploitation and Discrimination Act
PD 603
Child and Youth Welfare Code
Children’s welfare and rights framework; supports child-centered and protective practices in ECE.
PD 603 – Child and Youth Welfare Code
RA 7277
Magna Carta for Disabled Persons
Promotes rights, inclusion, and equal opportunities for PWDs; supports inclusive early learning environments.
RA 7277 – Magna Carta for Disabled Persons
RA 9442
Amending RA 7277
Expanded PWD privileges/benefits; reinforces accessibility and inclusion.
RA 9442 – Amending RA 7277
RA 10754
Expanding Benefits and Privileges for PWDs
Further expanded benefits for PWDs; supports equity/access considerations.
RA 10754 – Expanding Benefits and Privileges for PWDs
RA 11650
Inclusive Education for Learners with Disabilities Act
Institutionalizes inclusive education for learners with disabilities; supports early identification, support, and access.
RA 11650 – Inclusive Education for Learners with Disabilities Act
RA 10627
Anti-Bullying Act of 2013
Requires school policies and actions against bullying; prevention and response systems in school settings.
RA 10627 – Anti-Bullying Act of 2013