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Early years management
From early years specific policies and checklists to Ofsted recommendations, use the resources below to guide your leadership and management development and provide effective provision for children in your early years setting.
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Behaviour policy should be consistent across your early years setting. We offer guidance on writing an effective behaviour policy and some questions you can use to develop a common approach
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Effective early years provision is vital in giving children the best possible start. Lisa Griffin found out how a school achieved outstanding with their ‘foundation village’
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What does excellent transition from EYFS to Reception look like? Dr Sue Allingham outlines the three features of good practice
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How can you create an early years environment that stands up to Ofsted inspection and ensures effective transition into Key Stage 1? Bruce Waelend offers his advice
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Teamwork in the foundation stage can make all the difference to your children’s progress. Neil Farmer shows you how to recruit and develop an effective Reception team
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Chris Dukes and Maggie Smith of Earlymatters provide a useful guide to navigating the often complex world of working with external agencies
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Jane Harrison, owner of award winning Red Hen Day Nursery, looks at the influences on young children’s behaviour to be aware of when drawing up a setting behaviour policy
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Linda Thornton takes a closer look at the second of the Early Years Teachers’ Standards, suggesting points for reflection for those looking to gain EYTS
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Linda Thornton considers what Teachers’ Standard 3 means for early years practitioners in terms of their practice, and suggests points for reflection
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To improve practice in Reception, it’s important to go back to basics and determine your long-term aims. Neil Farmer suggests a practical exercise for setting out your vision involving collaboration with parents and staff