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European Early Childhood Education Research Journal 141 Vol. 14, No. 2 2006 New Developments MAELIS KARLSSON LOHMANDER Section Editor Introduction Usually in this section we present current developments with regards to research and policy in three different countries. This time we will only include one contribution that highlights key factors, which are important for achieving high quality early childhood education regardless of distinct or unique characteristics, associated with the ECEC system in particular countries. Since the start of the OECD thematic review of Early Childhood and Care Policy in 1998, some 20 countries across the world have been involved in the project. Recently the OECD has had a very successful launch of the report from the second round - Starting Strong H. We feel privileged to have Dr. John Bennetts reflections on the key outcomes of the review project. The next New Developments Section will appear in Volume 15, No 1,2007. We invite you to make use of this space to inform others about current developments in your own country. If you have developments to report please contact maelis.karlsson-lohmander@ped.gu.se. New Policy Conclusions from Starting Strong II An Update on the OECD Early Childhood Policy Reviews J O H N B E N N E T T 1 Part I - The OECD Thematic Reviews of Early Childhood Policy: The First Round The Thematic Review of Early Childhood Education and Care Policy was launched by the OECD Education Committee 2 in March 1998. The impetus for t