The early years foundation stage eyfs learning and. Eyfs statutory requirement checklist for early years settings. The statutory requirements of the eyfs contain numerous musts. The early years foundation stage learning and development. Revised statutory framework for the eyfs readiness for. New revised statutory framework for the early years foundation stage eyfs a5 version setting the standards for learning, development and care for children from birth to five.
Development matters was produced by early education with support from the department for education. Statutory framework for the early years foundation stage. The department for education published the new statutory framework for the early years foundation stage eyfs 2017 on 3 march 2017, and it came into effect on 3 april 2017 there are relatively few changes in eyfs 2017 that will affect the practice of out of school clubs. Development matters might be used by early years settings throughout the eyfs as a guide to making. The learning and development requirements are given legal force by an order made under section 391a of the childcare act 2006. Development matters in the early years foundation stage eyfs. The statutory eyfs framework requires the eyfs profile assessment to be carried out in the final term of the.
The eyfs statutory framework sets the standards that all early years providers must meet to ensure that children learn and develop well and are kept healthy and. The eyfs statutory framework is mandatory for all early years providers and includes further information on the safeguarding and welfare requirements of children. Early years foundation stage statutory framework eyfs gov. Development matters in the early years foundation stage. I am putting this on tes is to stop people from seeing the unnecessary need to create tick charts and carry out observations by. Understanding the coel is vital for every childminder. Item detail eyfs statutory framework only a5 publication. The early years foundation stage eyfs sets standards for the learning. Changes to the statutory framework for the early years. Setting the standards for learning, development and care for children from birth to five. The eyfs 2017 statutory framework document is the most up to date information for the early years foundation stage framework and is mandatory for all those working in early years settings in england. Assessment requirements for the eyfs the key for school. In planning and guiding childrens activities, practitioners must reflect on the different ways that children learn and reflect these in their practice.
This framework is mandatory for all early years providers from 1 september 2012 1. Three characteristics of effective teaching and learning are. What to do if youre worried a child is being abused pdf 789kb advice for. Home children class pages early years eyfs statutory framework eyfsstatutoryframework. What are the assessment requirements for the early years. All schools and ofstedregistered early years providers must follow the eyfs, including childminders, preschools, nurseries and school reception classes. For practitioners planning from the eyfs statutory framework, these eyfs early years outcomes ages. A b e t t e r p l a n t h e e a r l y y e a r s f o u n d a t i o n s t a g e s t a t u t o r. We also refer to information on local authorities duty to moderate eyfs profile assessments. The early years foundation stage eyfs profile is statutory for the 2019 to 2020 academic year except for providers legally exempt under relevant regulations. Ensure you have revised through eyfs documentation. Key points from revised eyfs statutory framework published on 3rd march 2017 this will come into force on 3rd april 2017 the position for settings offering care before and after school and during school holidays to children younger than those in the reception class age range has been amended. The eyfs statutory framework sets both learning and development requirements.
Stage eyfs statutory framework, which will come into force on 3 april 2017. New eyfs statutory framework and statutory guidance for. Children learn and develop through playing, exploring, being active, creative and being asked questions to help their thinking. This latest addition to the eyfs suite of materials is available to download as a free pdf. Registration amendment order 2014 and the childcare welfare and registration requirements amendment regulations 2014 these instruments amend the registration, safeguarding and welfare requirements including introducing a revised statutory framework for the early years foundation stage that childcare providers are required to meet. Early years foundation stage 2017 out of school alliance. Amendments to the paediatric first aid requirements in the statutory framework for the early years foundation stage eyfs pdf, 292kb, 15 pages. It is nonstatutory guidance which supports all those working in early childhood education settings to implement the requirements of the statutory framework for the eyfs development matters demonstrates how the four themes of the eyfs framework and the principles that inform them work. This sets the standards that all early years providers must meet to ensure that children learn and develop well, and are kept healthy and safe. Nonstatutory guidance 2012 section 1 curriculum planning 4 section 1 d. Unfortunately, however, counting on does not appear in the document other than on the single occasion when it has a continue the count meaning see thompson 2009. Eyfs statutory requirements audit tool herefordshire.
The judgements below are statements directed towards the childrens learning and development by the end of the eyfs not at an earlier point. The framework is the core document for all professionals working in the foundation stage, the eyfs framework gives parents the confidence that regardless of where they choose for their childs early education, they can be assured that the same statutory commitments and principles will underpin their childs learning and development experience. This statutory framework remains in force until further notice. The early years foundation stage eyfs sets the standards that all early years providers must meet to ensure that children learn and develop well and are kept healthy and safe. Eyfs statutory framework early years foundation stage forum. Key points from revised eyfs statutory framework published.
Eyfs statutory requirements audit tool for childminders. The eyfs statutory framework sets the standards for the learning, development and care of children from birth to 5 years old in england. Amendments to the paediatric first aid requirements in the. Statutory framework for the early years foundation stage 2017 with non. The early years foundation stage statutory framework 2012 eyfs the nursery is governed by the statutory framework for the early years foundation stage which clearly sets out the welfare, care, learning and development standards that all nurseries must follow and that ofsted will inspect us on. The new eyfs statutory framework has now been published taking effect from 3 april 2017 the new version includes changes relating to. Statutory framework for the early years foundation stage setting the standards for learning, development and care for children from birth to five 5. The statutory areas of learning in the foundation phase are. Every child deserves the best possible start in life, and support that enables them to fulfil their potential. The audit tool works in conjunction with the requirements set out in the eyfs statutory framework. Below are links to the current eyfs statutory framework documents. Non statutory guidance section 1 curriculum planning.
This is a very key time in each childs development, as their skills and personalities grow, and they prepare for life at school and in their future lives and successes. This is the new eyfs documents for the start of september 2012. Revised eyfs statutory framework and what you need to know. The early years foundation stage statutory framework. Not only will you be expected to know this information during your ofsted inspection, it is also a huge benefit to the children you look after if you can help them to acquire the skills in the early years that they will need to help them to succeed in school and become learners for life. Eyfs statutory framework 2012 education department for.
Supporting material is available on the foundation years website. The early years foundation stage eyfs sets standards for the learning, development and care of children from birth to 5 years old. This new document came into effect on 3 april 2017 replacing the previous eyfs 2014 statutory framework. Recommended for nurseries, playgroups, and childminders.
C u r r i c u l u m a n d a s s e s s m e n t i n e n g l i s h 3 t o 1 9. Development matters inthe early years foundation stage and statutory framework for the early yearsfoundation stage, which will have already been introduced to you in university taught sessions. The prime areas communication and language does the setting. It will help to identify areas to work on in your setting.
A number of changes were made to the eyfs statutory framework which came into effect on the 3rd of april 2017. The majority of the changes simply bring the statutory framework up to date by incorporating a number of developments. Early years foundation stage statutory framework eyfs. The statutory framework for the early years foundation. Personal and social development, wellbeing and cultural diversity language, literacy and communication skills revised from 2015 to embed the literacy component of the national literacy and numeracy framework lnf within foundation phase planning, teaching and learning. Early years foundation stage profile 2018 handbook. Safeguarding and welfare within the eyfs early years and childcare. We summarise the progress check at age 2 and the early years foundation stage eyfs profile, the 2 statutory assessment requirements in the eyfs. Eyfs statutory framework from pregnancy to children aged 5. The eyfs framework published on 3 march 2017 came into force on 3 april 2017. Please note, orders for this publication will be despatched within one week of payment.
Assessment at the end of the eyfs the early years foundation stage profile. Use your good initiative to build positive, purposeful relationships with the children and eyfs team members. It is a framework that informs and supports early years providers in guiding your childs learning, development and care during this period. Northside house third floor 69 tweedy road bromley kent br1 3wa if your enquiry is related to the dfe econsultation website or the consultation process in. The childcare welfare and registration requirements. Taken from the statutory framework for the early years foundation stage 2017 section 1 learning and development requirements and section 2 assessment. The early years foundation stage eyfs is the framework that provides that assurance. It promotes teaching and learning to ensure childrens school readiness and. This document sets out the key changes to the revised framework to support early. This nonstatutory guidance material supports practitioners in implementing the statutory requirements of the eyfs. Eyfs statutory framework st gregorys catholic primary school. The eyfs statutory framework 2014 including clarification notes these are the learning and development requirements and the safeguarding and welfare requirements which you.
The early years foundation stage eyfs was established under the childcare act 2006 and is a framework for learning, development and care for children from birth to five. Early years foundation stage key updates 2017 on 3 march 2017, the department for education published a revised early years foundation stage eyfs statutory framework, which will come into force on 3 april 2017. Administration of medication in the early years foundation stage reference. The eyfs statutory framework fordingbridge day nursery. The eyfs framework published in march 2014 remains in force until 2 april 2017. The eyfs framework published on 3 march 2017 will come into force on 3 april 2017. Statutory framework for the eyfs childminding best practice. View the key changes to the revised framework below. The eyfs statutory framework is available on the foundation years website as well as the department for education. The statutory framework for the early years foundation stage eyfs the eyfs sets out the learning and development stages for children as they grow from birth to five years.
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