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Aug 17, 2024 · In relation to the EYFS, reflection is essential for planning, assessing, and responding to children’s individual needs. It’s not something we do once in a while—it’s part of the ongoing process …

Dec 13, 2023 · Emma Davis reflects on why offering 'challenge' to children in the early years is so important, and what educators need to consider to support this. The Early Years, as the foundation …

Tapestry covers the Early Years Foundation Stage, KS1 and KS2 groups and is designed to simplify and improve recording within these curricula. Information can be filtered and displayed in different ways, …

Nov 23, 2016 · The Statutory Framework for the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) (DFE 2014, p.13) requires practitioners to observe children in order to “understand their level of achievement, …

Jun 23, 2011 · This is a wide ranging topic with plenty of opportunity to make connections between people and places. It includes every aspect of the local community, from friends to childminders and …

Apr 6, 2016 · I have asked on here before about how long we should keep documents such as Child registration forms, funding forms, daily attendance registers, accident and incident books, medication …

Aug 9, 2016 · EYFS - 6 things to do at the end of term Key Stage - 5 things to do at the end of term App Which device to use with the Tapestry app Restarting the App Extending your login time on Android …

Mar 15, 2018 · On a recent visit to my local park I walked past a Dad and toddler, they were laughing in delight as they fed the ducks. Dad was saying “quack quack” and his son was copying him and …

Mar 28, 2009 · Practice Guidance p7, 1.19 'The EYFS requires providers to ensure a balance of child-initiated and adult-led play-based activities. Providers should use their judgement and their …