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Aug 17, 2024 · In relation to the EYFS, reflection is essential for planning, assessing, and responding to children’s individual needs. It’s not something we do once in a while—it’s part of …

Dec 13, 2023 · Emma Davis reflects on why offering 'challenge' to children in the early years is so important, and what educators need to consider to support this. The Early Years, as the …

Nov 23, 2016 · The Statutory Framework for the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) (DFE 2014, p.13) requires practitioners to observe children in order to “understand their level of …

Jun 23, 2011 · A topic about Snow and Ice provides a great starting point for observing similarities and differences and talking about changes in the world around us. It is also a good way to …

Apr 6, 2016 · I have asked on here before about how long we should keep documents such as Child registration forms, funding forms, daily attendance registers, accident and incident …

Nov 15, 2014 · In the guidance for the EYFS, sustained shared thinking appears in the Characteristics of Effective Learning (CofEL). These underpin all the other areas of learning …

Mar 28, 2009 · Practice Guidance p7, 1.19 'The EYFS requires providers to ensure a balance of child-initiated and adult-led play-based activities. Providers should use their judgement and …

Mar 15, 2018 · On a recent visit to my local park I walked past a Dad and toddler, they were laughing in delight as they fed the ducks. Dad was saying “quack quack” and his son was …

Jun 23, 2011 · This is a wide ranging topic with plenty of opportunity to make connections between people and places. It includes every aspect of the local community, from friends to …