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Why York's potty training scheme is expanding across England
York's successful potty training scheme is expanding after 25% of children beginning reception in 2025 had not mastered toilet use. Teachers stated they spent approximately one day per week of instructional time assisting children unable to use the toilet independently. The pilot in York saw a 42% drop in children starting school not toilet trained, leading 20 councils to adopt the model.
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