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Early Years Foundation Stage - Welcome to Reception

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RECEPTION MEETING LETTER.pdf

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We want every child to get a fantastic first impression of academy. We also want them to settle as quickly as possible. In their first year, children will follow a child-centred, skills-based curriculum. Daily provision consists of a combination of child-initiated learning and teacher-directed learning

At the beginning of the year, the majority of the day will be child-initiated learning, with the balance gradually shifting as the year progresses. During child initiated learning, children are provided with extensive opportunities to develop their own skills and interests. This facilitates independent learning, improves social skills, and aids personal organisation. Children are assessed continually through recorded observations that inform future planning to ensure continual progression. Learning is focused on The Early Years Foundation Stage principles. These principles set the standards for learning, development and care. The Foundation Stage children follow the revised EYFS curriculum. Our Foundation Stage curriculum is for children in Reception and Nursery, it offers balanced, all-round development. It is divided into seven areas of learning and development. All areas of learning are very much interlinked and of equal value.

This is made up of three Prime Areas of learning: