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EYFS framework
Use the resources below to ensure your setting is meeting the EYFS standards for learning, development and care of children under 5.
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Provide personalised, professional training for your early years staff with our bite-size training modules, each based on an area of the Early Years Foundation Stage framework
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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 and Pat Brunton provide a handy summary of recent changes to the early years self-evaluation form
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What are the early years processes involved for quality provision and planning positive outcomes for children in the Early Years Foundation Stage? Early years consultant Jane Cole has a look
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Planning and managing change in your setting draws on many professional and personal skills. Early Years Update looks at John Kotter's Eight Step Process for Creating Change, and discusses how it may be used within an early years setting
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Anne Longfield of 4Children explains the role of the Foundations for the Future partnership in helping to inform government policy affecting the early years sector
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Chris Dukes and Maggie Smith look at the recommendations for best practice in early years settings and schools regarding physical development and space. Download a tool to assess provision in your setting
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Suzanne O’Connell finds out what Maryport Infant School considers to be best practice in early years education, and how they are providing it