This report presents an analysis ofthe early childhood development (ECD) programs and policiesthat affect young children in Bulgaria and recommendationsto move forward. This report is part of a series of reportsprepared by the World Bank using the systems approach forbetter education results (SABER)-ECD framework and includesanalysis of early learning, health, nutrition, and socialand child protection policies and interventions in Bulgaria,along with regional and international comparisons. TheGovernment of Bulgaria (GoB) recognizes the criticalimportance of ECD through the range of national laws andregulations in place to promote the provision of adequateearly childhood interventions. The present SABER ECDanalysis is intended to identify achievements, as well asgaps, in Bulgarian ECD policies and programs in hopes ofinforming the improvement of the existing ECD system.