Recent Ofsted Reports: What have Inspectors Focused On? (Part 4) The final part of our series on recent Ofsted reports. In this article we look at inspectors' recommendations and judgements around the EYFS theme of Learning and Development. Mar 1, 2010 Recent Ofsted Reports: What Have Inspectors Focused On? (Part 3) In our third of four articles looking at recent Ofsted reports, we outline those issues that have appeared frequently over the last three months. Here we examine the recommendations and descriptions of good practice within the EYFS theme of Enabling Environments. Feb 9, 2010 Recent Ofsted Reports: What Have Inspectors Focused On? (Part 2) In our second of four articles looking at recent Ofsted reports, we outline those issues that have appeared frequently over the last three months. Here we examine the recommendations and descriptions of good practice within the EYFS theme of Positive Relationships. Feb 1, 2010 Recent Ofsted Reports: What have Inspectors Focused On? (Part 1) Having studied over 100 Ofsted reports from the last three months, we can see certain recurrent themes. In a series of four articles we outline those issues that have appeared frequently and our first article looks at recommendations and descriptions of good practice within the EYFS theme of A Unique Child. Jan 28, 2010 Music, Personal, Social and Emotional Development......and You! In a series of articles Alison Harmer will be exploring music in relation to the six areas of learning. Here, she begins with music and PSED. Jan 18, 2010 Using "You Choose" by Pippa Goodhart and Nick Sharratt, as a Focus for Activities A new collection of ideas for activities inspired by a children's book. Suggested activities are linked to the Areas of Learning and Development, followed by possible role play areas and displays. There is also a book list with links to other books by the same author and illustrator, and with links to the same themes."You Choose" isn't a story book, but it's not a conventional non-fiction book either. It opens up the world, both near and far, to the children and asks them to think about the everyday and the unusual. Jan 7, 2010 Positive Behaviour Management in Early Years Settings Sue Cowley discusses the reasons why some children might have behavioural difficulties and how you, as a practitioner, can help those children overcome them through positive strategies and encouraging empathy. Nov 26, 2009 Using "Dear Zoo" as a Focus for Activities Here is another collection of planning ideas using a big book as the inspiration for learning. There are suggested activity starting points related to the Areas of Learning and Development, as well as ideas for displays and role play areas. A book list related to the focus book by author or theme is also included. Nov 10, 2009 Motivational Planning- a retrospective discussion Sue Ridgway takes us back to 2006, when her setting decided to discard a topic-based approach in favour of developing children's skills through following their interests. In this new article, she describes the impact this change has had on her provision. Oct 16, 2009 Using "Harry & the Bucketful of Dinosaurs" as a Focus for Activities Another collection of planning ideas using a big book as the starting point. Activities are linked to the EYFS Areas of Learning and Development, including suggestions for displays and role play areas. Sep 21, 2009 Storytelling Following on from Juliet Mickelburgh's articles on promoting reading and using stories to plan stimulating activities, she now turns her attention to how young children can be involved in telling their own stories. Jul 11, 2009 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 |
| 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 - August 2009 Newsletter |
| FSF - March 2009 Newsletter |
| FSF - February 2009 Newsletter |
| FSF - January 2009 Newsletter |
| FSF - October 2008 Newsletter |
| What does it mean to be two? |
| Penny Tassoni's Practical EYFS Handbook |
| Child Development: An Illustrated Guide |
| Play and Learning in the Early Years |
| Faiths and Festivals |