EYFS
The Foundation Stage Curriculum
We believe that the early years should be a joyful, exciting and nurturing experience, where every child feels valued, supported and inspired to learn. In our Foundation Stage, children learn through a balance of carefully planned activities, exploration and play, helping them develop confidence, independence and a lifelong love of learning.
Our warm and welcoming environment encourages children to investigate, create, ask questions and make discoveries. While children enjoy a wide range of engaging activities, every experience is thoughtfully planned to support their learning and development. Learning through play is at the heart of what we do, enabling children to learn naturally, build relationships and develop important skills at their own pace.
Led by Ms Gharoo, our experienced and dedicated Foundation Stage team works hard to ensure that every child feels happy, safe and confident. We recognise that each child is unique and provide opportunities that celebrate their individual interests, strengths and achievements.
The Foundation Stage curriculum follows the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework and covers seven key areas of learning and development:
- Communication and Language
- Physical Development
- Personal, Social and Emotional Development
- Literacy
- Mathematics
- Understanding the World
- Expressive Arts and Design
Children also enjoy a wide range of indoor and outdoor activities that help to develop coordination, confidence and wellbeing.
Learning is organised around engaging themes and experiences that spark curiosity and imagination. Through stories, creative activities, practical experiences and exploration, children are encouraged to develop new skills and deepen their understanding of the world around them.
We work closely with families to support each child's learning journey. Children's progress is carefully observed throughout the year, allowing us to celebrate achievements and identify next steps in learning.
We take pride in celebrating children's work and achievements, which are displayed hroughout the classroom to help build confidence, self-esteem and a sense of belonging.
From the moment they arrive each day, children are encouraged to become increasingly independent. They are given opportunities to make choices, take responsibility and develop problem-solving skills, while also benefiting from focused teaching sessions that guide, challenge and support their learning.
Our aim is simple: to provide every child with a happy, secure and stimulating start to their school life, laying the foundations for future success both in and beyond the classroom.
