Using "The Gruffalo" as a Focus for Activities This is the first in a series of planning ideas using a big book as the starting point. Jun 4, 2009 Beginning with Books This article introduces a new series of planning ideas that use a big book as the starting point for a variety of experiences within the Areas of Learning and Development. 'Beginning with Books' examines early reading skills and attitudes towards how children learn to read, as well as how to prepare for planning with a focus book. May 15, 2009 Child-initiated Learning The last in a series of articles examining recent developments in our understanding of how children learn. Here, Juliet Mickelburgh looks at what is meant by child-initiated learning, its presence in the EYFS, and how it influences good early years practice. Apr 28, 2009 The Fish Who Could Wish Martine Horvath suggests some lively activities based around the very popular storybook. Mar 24, 2009 The Multi-sensory Approach This is the third in a series of articles examining current research into the way children learn and how this can be applied in the early years setting. The multi-sensory model links long-held beliefs about learning with the everyday experiences of young children. Mar 9, 2009 The Drawings of Reception Boys: Fantasy and Frustrations Drawing is an activity that most young children enjoy and there is much evidence to show how it can offer them a powerful means of communicating their ideas, experiences and feelings. In this article, Exeter PhD student Emese Hall tells us about her research in how (and what) young children communicate through drawing. Feb 13, 2009 Brain-based Learning This is the second in a series of articles looking at recent research into how young children learn. Here we examine how a better understanding of brain development can enrich early years practice. Feb 10, 2009 Biscuit Box Banter Martine Horvath presents some fun ideas to get children talking, and to help them develop their speech and language skills. Jan 21, 2009 What can we learn from the first of the Ofsted reports on EYFS provision? (Part 4) The final article of the series looks at the judgements that inspectors made within the theme of Learning and Development, and on the abilities of settings to self-evaluate and maintain policies. Jan 13, 2009 What do the most recent Ofsted reports tell us? What have inspectors focused on, during the first weeks of the EYFS? (Part 3) The third article of the series looks at the judgements that inspectors made within the theme of Enabling Environments. Jan 8, 2009 What do the most recent Ofsted reports tell us? What have inspectors focused on, during the first weeks of the EYFS? (Part 2) This article illustrates the focus of Ofsted reports during the first weeks of the autumn term. Statements within the reports are presented under the theme of Positive Relationships. Dec 17, 2008 Playful Pedagogy and Transitions in Children's Mathematics The natural beginnings of written mathematics start within children's imaginative play. In this article, Maulfry Worthington describes children's mathematical graphics; children's own mathematical marks and representations, and gives examples collected over many years of research. Dec 10, 2008 The Importance of Young Children's Mark-making: Beginnings, Context, Meaning and Mathematics Mark making has an important place in the development towards children's understanding of standard symbolic languages, for example mathematics and writing. This article discusses children's mark making with reference to practice and pedagogy particularly in Redcliffe Children's Centre, Bristol. Dec 8, 2008 Using Music to Support Foundation Stage Learning Mary E. Maunder presents musical activities to support young children's development and learning across the six areas Nov 18, 2008 What do the most recent Ofsted reports tell us? What have inspectors focused on, during the first weeks of the EYFS? Having read all of the PVI Ofsted reports for the first few weeks of the EYFS, a definite picture is emerging of the specific areas that inspectors have focused upon. This article, the first in a series of four, will provide FSF members with information to help them review and evaluate their provision within the "Unique Child" theme. Nov 12, 2008 |
| Response to the EYFS Consultation |
| New advice for risk assessment |
| Pre 1989 NNEBs recognised at Level 3 |
| High Quality Childcare and Early Education - Report |
| Changes to the Welfare Food Scheme |
| FSF - March 2009 Newsletter |
| FSF - February 2009 Newsletter |
| FSF - January 2009 Newsletter |
| FSF - October 2008 Newsletter |
| FSF - April 2008 Newsletter |