Early Years Foundation Stage
The EYFS refers to the Early Years Foundation Stage which is the statutory framework which sets the standards for the learning, development and care of children from birth to 5 years old. At Hedgehogs all our staff plan and observe based on the EYFS and we ensure that all of our children receive high quality care and education.
About the EYFS
The Three Prime Areas
The EYFS has three prime areas of learning that are considered essential for children's learning and development - these are:
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Personal, Social and Emotional Development (PSED)
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Communication and Language (CL)
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Physical Development (PD)
The Four Specific Areas
The four specific areas represent crucial shared cultural tools and knowledge, which babies and children engage in as members of the society in which they live - these are:
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Literacy
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Mathematics
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Understanding the World
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Expressive Art and Design
The Three Key Characteristics of Effective Learning
These three key characteristics of learning are crucial for fostering curiosity, engagement and resilience in young learners - these are:
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Playing and Exploring
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Active Learning
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Creating and Thinking Critically
For more information about the EYFS please take a look at the following link:
Early years foundation stage (EYFS) statutory framework - GOV.UK