Case Study: Developing an inspirational EYFS team
We are delighted to share this testimonial from Irk Valley Community school, reflecting on how our CPD can help headteachers and senior leaders explore the inspiration, awe and wonder that an incredible EYFS team can create.
In the spotlight: Effective EYFS Curriculums Â
How can you develop an EYFS curriculum that is high-quality, adaptive, and effectively meets children’s needs? Read ahead for expert advice, guidance and inspiration.
How to Develop the Role of the Adult in EYFS
School leaders, parents, Ofsted, and most importantly, the children, recognise the incredible role that adults play in supporting a child’s early development – but how do we make sure we are getting it right? Keep reading to find out.
Developing Continuous Provision in EY
This training session gives guidance on developing and evaluating continuous provision in EYFS.
Prioritising Communication and Language in Early Years
We all know how vital and important it is that we prioritise Communication and Language in our EYFS. The EYFS Framework tells us so, EYFS experts tell us so, and Ofsted tells us so too. However, with the growing demand on our Reception children to be ‘Year 1 ready’ and to learn phonics so early on are we in danger of undervaluing and under-planning for communication and language rich learning opportunities by pushing children to ‘read and write’ ahead of what is developmentally appropriate?
World Nursery Rhyme Week
World Nursery Rhyme Week: Monday 14th to Friday 18th November!
In the spotlight: Home corner is the heart of the EYFS classroom
Is the home corner one of the most beloved areas in your early years? Why is that? Let’s explore why children gravitate to this social hotspot and how we can make sure we value, embrace and engage with the wondrous play that is role-play.
EYFS and KS1: What We Learned in the Last Academic Year
Goodbye 21-22, and hello 22-23! As we settle into the new term, we take the time to look back on the lessons we’ve learnt in Early Years and KS1, and think about how to use them to improve teaching and learning this academic year.
Are They ‘School Ready’ Yet? The EYFS Profile and School Readiness
The EYFS Profile and School Readiness – all you need to know and what to do right now.
This is the first year you will be submitting EYFS data against the new EYFS Framework, so let’s get it right!
The P.I.C.C. a Text Approach in EYFS
Explore the benefits of using P.I.C.C. a Text Approach to teaching literacy in the Early Years Foundation Stage.
