EYFS Documentation
Resources supporting the implementation of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS):
Birth to 5 Matters (2021) non-statutory guidance for the EYFS described as guidance by the sector for the sector Birthto5Matters-download.pdf
Changes to the EYFS framework (2024) Help for early years providers : Changes to the EYFS framework
Development Matters (2023) non-statutory curriculum guidance for the EYFS recommended by the DfE. Development Matters - Non-statutory curriculum guidance for the early years foundation stage
Progress check at age 2 (2022) guidance to provide support for early years practitioners when completing the EYFS Progress check at age two – Non-statutory guidance for the early years foundation stage
Special educational needs and disability code of practice: 0-25 years (2015) statutory guidance for organisations which work with and support children and young people who have special educational needs or disabilities SEND_Code_of_Practice_January_2015.pdf
Statutory framework for the EYFS (2024) the standards that school and childcare providers must meet for the learning, development and care of children from birth to 5 Early years foundation stage (EYFS) statutory framework - GOV.UK
- A list of MUSTs and SHOULDs for Childminders (November 2024)EYFS MUSTS November 2024 Childminders
- A list of MUSTs and SHOULDs for group-based settings and schools (November 2024) EYFS MUSTS November 2024 Schools And Settings
What to expect in the EYFS - a parents' guide (2021) for parent carers of children from birth to five What-to-expect-in-the-EYFS-complete-FINAL-16.09-compressed.pdf
Learning and development requirements
Links to online documents and resources supporting learning and development within the EYFS.
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Links to online documents and resources supporting assessment within the EYFS.
Go to itemUseful information for early years providers
Key information from websites, including the Help for Early Years Providers website, supporting the children's care and well-being.
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