Foundation stage curriculum

The philosophy behind the foundation stage curriculum is that learning should be carefully planned and structured, with an emphasis on activities that are fun, relevant and motivating for each child.

The foundation stage is made up of two groups, FS1 – nursery/playgroup (3-4 year olds) and FS2 – reception classes (4-5 year olds). This section contains information, templates and guidance on developing your foundation stage provision.

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Communication, language and literacy development

Materials to help practitioners develop early reading and accelerate the pace of phonics teaching. This link will open in a new website.

Foundation stage principles

Curriculum guidance for the foundation stage. This link will open in a new website.

ICT in action

Information on Ealing's ICT programme. This link will open in a new website.

Independent learning and learning environment

Major aspects of independent learning. This link will open in a new website.

Observation and assessments and the EYFS profile

Statutory assessment for children in the final year of the foundation stage.

Planning

Information on short, medium and long term planning. This link will open in a new website.

Transition

Information and documents on the transition between FS2 and KS1. This link will open in a new website.