The EYFS curriculum is organised into six areas of learning: personal, social and emotional development; communication, language and literacy; mathematical development; knowledge and understanding of the world; physical development; and creative development.
The EYFS applies to children from birth to the end of the Reception year based upon four principles:
The Characteristics of Effective Learning support these four principles and are a key part of our Early Years Curriculum. These are grouped into three categories:
All areas of learning and development are important and inter-connected.
There are three prime areas which are crucial for igniting children’s curiosity and enthusiasm for learning and for helping their capacity to learn.
There are then four specific areas, through which the three prime areas are strengthened and applied.
We will ensure that:
Follow the links to read the EYFS statutory framework and development matters:
Assessment in the EYFS is carried out through informal observations of the children participating in a range of activities and is recorded using Tapestry, an online learning journal. We also track pupil’s progress and attainment using Target Tracker.