Putting the EYFS Curriculum into Practice

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One of the things this chapter focuses on is the connection between being an early childhood educator and social justice. Professor Lumsden reminds us that equality is the legal right of every child. She also says that We all live in a society that, despite legislation, is not equal, nor is the aspiration for an inclusive society held by all. That we need to embed anti-oppressive practice in our settings. And that we have a responsibility in the sector to understand the power we have in our interactions with others. Reflections on Ofsted’s, Best start in life: a research review for early years – Part 2 Posted: 19/09/23 The Early Years Curriculum brings together a range of curriculum models from across the world, providing in-depth discussion on key issues and theories, and enabling readers to consider each approach to children's learning within an international context. It encourages readers to explore different ways of understanding the curriculum, and to develop a critical understanding of the key issues that shape the way a curriculum is designed. Chapters cover key topics including, assessment, inclusion of children with SEND, English as an Additional Language, equalities, anti-racism, provision for disadvantaged children, professional development and using research and evidence.

When justifying your EYPP expenditure it will be important to monitor at two separate points ie a starting point and again after the intervention. There by Kayla Halls, Early Years Research Fellow at Middlesex University & Mona Sakr, Senior Lecturer in Early Childhood at Middlesex University’ Leaders in the early The small amount of the EYPP funding per child means that partnership working will be a key way to making your funding go further. Especially I chose Chapter 2 by Professor Eunice Lumsden: A curriculum that promotes equality and challenges racism and sexism, for the education team here to discuss.Think before shouting at your child: to them, words can be as harmful as physical blows | Peter Fonagy

Why should we start here? Well, because if we get assessment practice right then many of the other pieces of the effective practice jigsaw will fall into place. The EYFS recognises the importance of the wider environment both in working in partnership with parents and the ethos of the EYFS, providing equality of care and education for all. Research has shown that good quality early education and care has wide – ranging benefits for all children. Being provided across nurseries, reception classes, pre – schools, children’s centres and childminders, it enhances social and cognitive skills and is of particular benefit to disadvantaged children (N.A: 2010). However other curriculums have also the quality input that the EYFS has, for example the High Scope Curriculum, Montessori etc. It could be argued that children who have an intellectually and physically stimulating environment will maintain a more complex network of synapses in the brain (Bee: 1997). These biological changes in nature can have implications for practice, the EYFS however has a variety of suitable activities planned for those at different ages and stages of development. This is a prime example of how ‘nurture can influence nature. Early years pedagogy is the theory that informs the practice of teaching children in the early years. The pedagogical research has been carried out by By Debi Keyte-Hartland, Early Education Associate This article is based on one included in the Early Education Journal no 100. To access the full articleEarly years workers, together with families, lay the foundations for young children's futures. Young Children and Racial Justice provides a comprehensive approach to the issues facing all early years workers in exploring with young children what it means to enjoy living in our multicultural society.It offers a framework for good practice for everyone working in the early years sector. Designed for use in professional development, with case studies, references and accessible articles, this book gives practitioners the tools and knowledge to implement race equality policies and action plans. Written by experts in the field, this book provides clear, practical guidance on each of the 7 areas of learning and development in the revised (2021) EYFS. Effective assessment practice is based on key principles, knowledgeable adults and the right systems and routines. If we don’t have a clear vision for EYFS assessment within our school or setting then practice can become weighed down by the burden of too many unnecessary written observations and captured images. If we’re not careful, this information gathering process can take place at the expense of effective adult interaction. If, as the EYFS statutory guidance states: “the number and quality of conversations…language rich environment underpins children’s learning” then it would be ironic if the recording of progress became a barrier to progress. Save Reclaiming Pedagogy, Creativity in the Early Years Curriculum to your collection. Share Reclaiming Pedagogy, Creativity in the Early Years Curriculum with your friends.

Allocated funding Government sets the rate of Early Years Pupil Premium as part of the allocation of early years funding annually. How EYPP works Children whoreduce workload such as unnecessary paperwork, so you can spend more time with the children in your care What are the key things that you’ll need to focus on? Well, there are all sorts of things that will need your attention of course- the importance of language and vocabulary, adult interaction and learning conversations, self-regulation and executive function. That’s without even getting to the idea of curriculum ownership and pedagogy. The early learning goals summarise the knowledge, skills and understanding that all young children should have gained by the end of the academic year in which they turn 5, the reception year. Sustained shared thinking: An episode in which two or more individuals “work together” in an intellectual way to solve a problem, clarify a concept, evaluate So, hopefully you’re all set. You’ve attended the training on the new EYFS framework, you’ve read the documentation, followed the many online debates and now, finally you’re ready to put the framework into practice- your practice.