Big Impact, Little Learners: Your Introduction to the EYFS

The session provides a comprehensive introduction to the statutory and pedagogical foundations of Early Years practice, equipping participants with the knowledge and confidence required to begin their journey in this specialised phase of education.

Throughout the course, we will examine the essential elements of the EYFS Statutory Framework and supporting documentation, explore the characteristics of high-quality teaching and learning in Early Years settings, and consider how a well organised and purposeful learning environment supports children’s development. Participants will also reflect on the professional role of the adult, including interactions, assessment, planning, and the creation of enabling environments that promote curiosity, independence, and progress.

This training is ideal for those taking up positions in nurseries, preschools, Reception classes, or wider EYFS roles, providing a solid grounding in what effective Early Years practice looks like and how it can be embedded from the start.

Aims of the Course

By the end of the session, participants will:

• Know and understand key EYFS documentation, including statutory requirements and supporting guidance, and how these underpin daytoday practice.

• Consider the principles of effective practice in the Early Years, including child development, play based learning, and the Characteristics of Effective Learning.

• Explore the role of the adult in the Early Years, focusing on interactions, modelling, assessment for learning, and the impact of high-quality teaching.

• Understand what makes an effective learning environment, considering organisation, continuous provision, enhancements, and how the environment supports children’s development across all areas of learning.

Know what’s Happening Next — before everyone else does.

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Host or Publisher Early Years Service Coventry City Council