As we start the new academic we would like to inform you about the curriculum we follow in the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).

The EYFS is guided by a framework called ‘Development Matters’ that sets out the learning, development and assessment requirements for all children until the end of their reception year. All early years practitioners are required to pursue daily rich activities to support each child’s educational development across seven areas of learning.

This guidance has been reviewed and the goals for the end of reception year have been updated.

We are always keen to be at the forefront of any changes in education and we are excited to become an ‘early adoption’ school before the statutory implementation in September 2021.

You can find the detailed  ‘EYFS early adopter framework- Development Matters’ document by clicking the link below:

https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/914443/Development_Matters_-_Non-statutory_curriculum_guidance_for_the_early_years_foundation_stage__1_.pdf

In the final term of F2, a profile will be completed for your child. This provides parents and carers, practitioners and teachers with a well-rounded picture of a child’s knowledge, understanding and abilities, their attainment against expected levels, and their readiness for year 1. Throughout their year in Reception, the children will be observed and assessed through their play in order to gain insights and make reasonable judgements against the early learning goals.

Kindest regards,

Mrs Sanford

EYFS Coordinator