The Early Years Foundation Stage (often referred to as the EYFS) is a group of documents produced by the government to set the standards for care and education for children under the age of five. Its aim is to support early years practitioners in providing the highest quality childcare.
Development Matters is the EYFS practice guidance document and it outlines four themes:
- A Unique Child
- Positive Relationships
- Enabling Environments
- Learning and Developing
The EYFS affirms that by achieving the first three themes, all children will ‘learn and develop’ in the best possible way and will be ready for their school career.
When it comes to care and education we understand that there is no better way to meet your little ones needs than on an individual basis. The Early Years Foundation Stage champions ‘A Unique Child’ and so do we. We work closely with parents/carers and outside agencies to ensure every child has the care and education they need and deserve to achieve their full potential.
In order to feel safe and secure, children need positive relationships with the adults and other children in their world. Therefore, it is our priority to ensure our children form these essential bonds with their carers. Our practitioners have a wealth of experience in caring for children and making them feel comfortable in their new environments. Every child is assigned a key worker who will take the lead in ensuring all of their children feel safe, secure and loved.
Children not only need to feel safe, but need a space that provides tailored support and high quality provisions. Our spaces, both indoor and out are created through continual reflection on how children learn and what they need to thrive. Our centres ensure we provide the highest quality resources within the rooms as well as additional provisions such as woodland areas, a sensory room, libraries, a music room and heuristic play spaces.