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Duration
2.3 hours · Self-paced
Qualification
No formal qualification
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Overview

EYFS : Early Years Foundation Stage

The Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) is the statutory framework that sets standards for the learning, development, and care of children from birth to five years old in England. It provides a structured yet flexible approach, ensuring that young children receive high-quality education and care during their critical early developmental stages. EYFS is implemented in nurseries, preschools, childminding settings, and reception classes in primary schools.

The framework focuses on seven areas of learning and development: communication and language, physical development, personal, social and emotional development, literacy, mathematics, understanding the world, and expressive arts and design. Practitioners use observation, assessment, and planning to tailor activities to the unique needs, interests, and abilities of each child.

EYFS emphasizes play-based and holistic learning, fostering curiosity, creativity, independence, and social skills. It also prioritizes children’s well-being and safety, ensuring they thrive in supportive and inclusive environments. Practitioners are encouraged to reflect on their teaching, adapt to children’s needs, and work collaboratively with families to maintain consistency in learning and care.

Training in EYFS equips childcare professionals with practical skills and a thorough understanding of child development, statutory requirements, safeguarding, and best practices. It lays the foundation for career progression within early years education, including roles such as SEN support, nursery leadership, and curriculum development. By following the EYFS framework, practitioners can create a nurturing environment where children can explore, learn, and achieve developmental milestones with confidence, preparing them for a successful transition into primary education.

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Assessment details

EYFS : Early Years Foundation Stage

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Curriculum

2
sections
15
lectures
2h 17m
total
    • 1: Unlock Your Learning Journey Start Here 00:48
    • 2: Module 1 Understanding EYFS and its Importance 03:00
    • 3: Module 2 EYFS Statutory Framework 07:00
    • 4: Module 3 Working as an EYFS Teacher in the UK 06:00
    • 5: Module 4 Assessment in EYFS 05:00
    • 6: Module 5 Promoting Learning and Development 13:00
    • 7: Module 6 EYFS Teaching Methods 23:00
    • 8: Module 7 Principles and Theories of EYFS 08:00
    • 9: Module 8 The EYFS Cycle 07:00
    • 10: Module 9 How to Support Children having Special Education Needs in Early Years 06:00
    • 11: Module 10 The Statutory Requirements and Legislative Framework Behind Working wi 18:00
    • 12: Module 11 Safeguarding Child Welfare & Safety in the EYFS 12:00
    • 13: Module 12 Adult’s Role in Early Years Foundation Stage 06:00
    • 14: Module 13 EYFS and Educational Philosophies and Exemptions to the EYFS 07:00
    • 15: Module 14 Your Ofsted Inspection A Practical Guide for Early Years Providers 15:00

Description

EYFS : Early Years Foundation Stage

The Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework guides the learning, development, and care of children from birth to five years old. It provides early years practitioners with the tools to deliver safe, stimulating, and inclusive environments that support holistic development.

EYFS training covers seven key areas: communication and language, physical development, personal, social and emotional development, literacy, mathematics, understanding the world, and expressive arts and design. Practitioners learn to observe, assess, and plan activities that are tailored to individual children’s abilities and interests. Play-based learning is emphasized to nurture creativity, curiosity, and independence.

The framework ensures that children are supported in reaching developmental milestones while building confidence, social skills, and emotional resilience. EYFS training also addresses statutory requirements, safeguarding, and effective communication with families and colleagues.

This course is suitable for nursery staff, childminders, teaching assistants, and early years educators seeking to enhance professional practice. It equips learners with the knowledge and skills to implement EYFS effectively, promote high-quality early education, and provide an environment in which every child can thrive and prepare for a smooth transition into primary school.

EYFS : Early Years Foundation Stage course

The curriculum of EYFS : Early Years Foundation Stage course:

  • Module 1: Understanding EYFS and its Importance
  • Module 2: EYFS Statutory Framework
  • Module 3: Working as an EYFS Teacher in the UK
  • Module 4: Assessment in EYFS
  • Module 5: Promoting Learning and Development
  • Module 6: EYFS Teaching Methods
  • Module 7: Principles and Theories of EYFS
  • Module 8: The EYFS Cycle
  • Module 9: How to Support Children having Special Education Needs in Early Years
  • Module 10: The Statutory Requirements and Legislative Framework Behind Working with Children Having SEN/SEND
  • Module 11: Safeguarding Child Welfare & Safety in the EYFS
  • Module 12: Adult’s Role in Early Years Foundation Stage
  • Module 13: EYFS and Educational Philosophies and Exemptions to the EYFS
  • Module 14: Your Ofsted Inspection: A Practical Guide for Early Years Providers

Certificate of Completion

You will be able to obtain your free PDF certificate of completion after completing the EYFS : Early Years Foundation Stage course.

Who is this course for?

EYFS : Early Years Foundation Stage

This course is for aspiring or current early years practitioners, nursery staff, childminders, and teaching assistants who want to understand and apply the EYFS framework effectively, support children’s learning and development, and provide safe, inclusive, and stimulating early education environments.

Requirements

EYFS : Early Years Foundation Stage

No formal qualifications are strictly required, but basic literacy, numeracy, and an interest in child development are essential. Experience working with young children is beneficial. Patience, enthusiasm, and the ability to apply EYFS principles in practical settings are highly recommended.

Career path

EYFS : Early Years Foundation Stage

EYFS-trained professionals can progress to roles such as Early Years Practitioner, Nursery Supervisor, Reception Teaching Assistant, or SEN support worker. This qualification also provides a pathway for further studies and leadership positions in early childhood education.

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