The OECD has identified five effective policy levers to encourage quality in the sector: 1) quality goals and regulations, 2) curriculum and guidelines, 3) workforce, 4) family and community engagement, and 5) data, research and monitoring. Of the five aspects, Sweden considers improving quality through curriculum as a priority, it considers a well-designed balanced curriculum as key to providing high-quality ECEC with the most favourable holistic outcomes for children. It can also ensure continuity between ECEC and primary schooling, ensuring that children are equipped with the knowledge and skills needed for primary school and further learning.