At roseberry primary we are proud to offer an inclusive approach to education where children are fully supported through their learning journey. Nurseries, preschools, reception classes and childminders registered to deliver the eyfs must follow a legal document called the early years foundation stage framework. Childcare on domestic childcare on domestic is where there are four or more people working together, for example four. Eyfs safeguarding and welfare requirements 2017 quick. The united nations convention on the rights of the child uncrc is an international agreement which protects the human rights of children up to the age of 18. Early years alliance is the trading name of the early years alliance. Early years teachers act with integrity and honesty. We may issue a welfare requirements notice wrn, which sets out the actions that a provider must take by a certain date to meet the safeguarding and welfare requirements in the statutory framework for the early years foundation stage. The foundation stage curriculum guidance document sets out the early years foundation stage early learning goals that we work towards and beyond in acorns nursery and the reception class at trinity oaks. Uk the materials may be referred to if guidance is required for the levels of learning and development expected at the end of the eyfs. The 1980 act places a duty on local authorities to secure provision of school education, including early learning and childcare, in their. The safeguarding and welfare requirements cover the steps that providers must take.
Early years foundation stage comes into effect, stella ziolkowski, director of quality and workforce development at ndna, has identified three key areas which have changed. Early years foundation stage policy banstead infant school. Inspections are carried out under section 109 of the education and skills act 2008, under the children act 1989 and the childcare act 2006. Buy early years foundation stage framework national curriculum handbook 1 by scholastic isbn. Early years foundation stage statutory framework eyfs. The early years foundation stage eyfs profile is statutory for the 2019 to 2020 academic year except for providers legally exempt under relevant regulations. Mar 31, 2014 the eyfs framework published on 3 march 2017 came into force on 3 april 2017. Stage dfe, 2014a, which explains aims, principles, learning. Statutory requirement checklist for early years settings. We have extracted all the safeguarding and welfare requirements that are relevant to out of school clubs from the statutory framework 2017, and reformatted them to form an easytouse quick reference guide for out of school clubs.
Lcs early years foundation stage policy september 2017 4 section 1. They have strong early development knowledge, keep their knowledge and skills uptodate and are selfcritical. Statutory framework for the early years foundation stage 2017. Early years foundation stage profile department for children, schools and families 2012 the early years foundation stage applies to children from birth to the end of the reception year.
Aims of the early years foundation stage referenced to eyfs 2014 revised framework in the foundation stage at corrie we feel that that all children are entitled to the best possible start in their school life, intellectually and emotionally. Welfare requirements in the new eyfs, the welfare requirements are grouped into eight. The early years foundation stage welfare requirements. The early years foundation stage eyfs learning and. A childs experience in the early years has a major impact on their future life chances. To meet the requirements of the early years foundation stage and the childcare. Good parenting and high quality early learning together provide the foundation children need to make the most of their abilities and talents as they grow up. Section 1the learning and development requirements.
Early years foundation stage key updates 2017 on 3 march 2017, the department for education published a revised early years foundation stage eyfs statutory framework, which will come into force on 3 april 2017. An a4 paperback version of the 2017 eyfs statutory framework, along with the outcomes and. The alliance publishes a helpful guide, observation, assessment and planning which is. Statutory framework for the early years foundation stage, april 2017 at cromwell, we understand that we are legally required to comply with certain welfare requirements as stated in the statutory framework for early years foundation stage we understand that we are required to. The education scotland act 1980 and the children and young people scotland act 2014. Requirements for welfare and learning and development were combined in a single framework the early years foundation stage eyfs 1. Eyfs statutory framework from pregnancy to children aged 5. The early years foundation stage applies to children from birth to the end of the reception year. Early years foundation stage framework update a breakdown on 3 march 2017, the department for education published an updated version of the early year foundation stage framework, which comes into effect on 3 april 2017. The latest framework was published on 3 march 2017 with effect from 3 april 2017. Early years and childcare registration handbook july 2016, no. Early years foundation stage eyfs was implemented for allchildren aged. These regulations, made under the childcare act 2006 the act, specify the welfare requirements that early years providers providers must meet. Assessment at the end of the eyfs the early years foundation stage profile eyfsp 14 information to be provided to the local authority 15 section 3 the safeguarding and welfare requirements 16 introduction 16 child protection 16 suitable people 18 staff.
It is designed to inform parents about the childs progress in relation to the early learning goals and support the transition to year 1. Supporting material is available on the foundation years website. Aims and principles overall statement every child deserves the best possible start in life and support to fulfil their potential. The eyfs statutory framework sets both learning and development requirements, and safeguarding and welfare requirements.
At roseberry primary we are proud to offer an inclusive approach to education where children are. Understanding the revised early years foundation stage 2012 emerging, expected and exceeding. The eyfs lays down the legal requirements that early years childcare. The statutory framework for the early years foundation stage, published by the secretary of state for education on 27th march 2012 is given the force of law. The foundation years website is the best place to find information and support if you work in the early years and childcare delivering services for children and families. Case study 6 building relationships and peal resources research 30 11. Early years foundation stage profile 2018 handbook. Assessment at the end of the eyfs the early years foundation stage profile eyfsp 14 information to be provided to the local authority 15 section 3 the safeguarding and welfare requirements 16 introduction 16 child protection 16 suitable people 18 staff qualifications, training, support and skills 21 key person 22. The current version of the statutory framework for the early years foundation stage is 2017. The new edition of this bestselling textbook continues to provide comprehensive coverage of the revised early years foundation stage eyfs curriculum, and is the ideal companion for anyone undertaking any early years or early childhood studies course, or those working towards early years teacher status eyts. Registered as a limited company in england and wales no.
The early years foundation stage early years alliance. The revised eyfs includes a requirement that to count in the staff. The legislative basis for providing funded early learning and childcare is found in two pieces of primary legislation. Parents guide to the early years foundation stage framework. The department for education published the new statutory framework for the early years foundation stage eyfs 2017 on 3 march 2017, and it came into effect on 3 april 2017 there are relatively few changes in eyfs 2017 that will affect the practice of out of school clubs. A childminder can spend up to 50% of their time working on approved nondomestic premises under their childminding registration. To slim down the requirements we have removed any that are irrelevant to.
View the key changes to the revised framework below. Here she looks at what you need to do to make sure you are meeting the new requirements. Covid19 update april 2020 to support early years providers who remain open to vulnerable children and children of critical workers during the coronavirus outbreak, the government has temporarily disapplied and modified certain elements of the early years foundation stage eyfs statutory framework. Early years education is the foundation upon which young. Early years foundation stage 2017 out of school alliance. Revised eyfs framework 2017 effective from 3 april 2017. Statutory framework for the early years foundation stage, april 2017 at cromwell, we understand that we are legally required to comply with certain welfare requirements as stated in the statutory framework for early years foundation stage we understand that we. For a summary of the key changes from the eyfs 2014, please click here. You should check that any pfa training you are about to book meets these criteria. This list does not cover every requirement of the eyfs, so refer the statutory framework. Statutory framework for the early years foundation stage.
Registered as an educational charity with charity number 1096526 authorised and regulated by the financial conduct authority vat registration number. Case study 7 role of the key person, settling in and building relationships 36 12. The early years foundation stage eyfs applies to children from birth to the end of the reception year. The majority of the changes simply bring the statutory framework up to date by incorporating a number of developments.
Early years foundation stage policy cromwell high school. The department for education published the new statutory framework for the early years foundation stage eyfs 2017 on 3 march 2017, and it came into effect on 3 april 2017. In our school, all children join us, full time in september at the start of the academic year. The foundation stage curriculum guidance document sets out the early years foundation stage early learning goals that we work towards and beyond in acorns nursery and. Together with the learning and development requirements specified under section 391a of the act, these form the early years foundation stage. Statutory framework on the eyfs to be used until 1 september 2014. Mar 29, 2016 the new edition of this bestselling textbook continues to provide comprehensive coverage of the revised early years foundation stage eyfs curriculum, and is the ideal companion for anyone undertaking any early years or early childhood studies course, or those working towards early years teacher status eyts. The early years foundation stage eyfs is a mandatory framework for all early years providers. The eyfs framework published in march 2014 remains statutory until 2nd.
Early years inspection handbook september 2019, no. Early years teachers recognise that the key stage 1 and key stage 2 curricula follow the eyfs in a continuum. The early years foundation stage is based upon four themes. Statutory framework for the eyfs the early years foundation stage eyfs statutory framework is a set of standards which all early years providers must meet to make sure children are given the optimum opportunity to progress and develop, in a safe and healthy environment. Section 3 the safeguarding and welfare requirements, child protection. The foundation stage is important in its own right, and in preparing children for later schooling. These requirements are given legal force by regulations made under section 39 1b of the childcare act 2006. Dec 10, 2018 the early years foundation stage eyfs profile is statutory for the 2019 to 2020 academic year except for providers legally exempt under relevant regulations. The early years foundation stage has been praised by academics and students for its theoretical underpinning and practical case studies. Case study 5 building a foundation stage village, transition building relationships 27 10.
The broad range of information accessible on this site is developed by government, professionals and the voluntary and community sector and is continually updated with the latest news, information and resources. In the light of the revised eyfs, the new edition combines a comprehensive range of topics, up to date coverage of the eyfs curriculum, additional case studies, an increased focus on critical reflection, and. Theory and practice second by palaiologou, ioanna isbn. Statutory framework for the early years foundation stage 7 assessment and reporting arrangements 8 funding for statutory moderation 8 1. I am committed to offering children healthy, nutritious and balanced meals and snacks which meet their individual needs and requirements. The eyfs outlines the learning and development, assessment and safeguarding and welfare requirements that all early years providers on the. There are relatively few changes in eyfs 2017 that will affect the practice of out of school clubs. Early years foundation stage policy june 2017 introduction the early years foundation stage eyfs applies to children from birth to the end of the reception year. Early years inspection handbook for ofsted registered provision. Section 3 the safeguarding and welfare requirements april 2017.
The framework sets out how isi inspects independent schools in england, including residential boarding schools and registered early years settings. The eyfs framework published on 3 march 2017 came into force on 3 april 2017. Eyfs new version from 3rd april 2017 early years matters. The statutory framework for the early years foundation stage. Case study 8 raising early achievement in literacy real through environmental print 38. We will inspect the provision for these children under the school inspection. The early years foundation stage is the framework that provides that assurance. There are relatively few changes in eyfs 2017 that will affect the. Changes to the safeguarding and welfare requirements in eyfs 2017. Early years foundation stage statutory framework eyfs gov. Schools that take children aged two years and over as part of their early years provision cannot normally register that provision with ofsted. Early years foundation stage framework national curriculum.
Early years foundation stage policy long close school. To emphasise the importance of safeguarding, the welfare requirements are now known as the safeguarding and welfare requirements. Parent partnership in the early years foundation stage. The safeguarding and welfare requirements tool kit has been designed as an optional tool for private, voluntary, community and independent childcare provisions working with the statutory framework for the early years foundation stage 2014. The revised early years foundation stage whats changed. With less than 100 days until the new early years foundation stage comes into effect, stella ziolkowski, director of quality and workforce development at ndna, has identified three key areas which have changed.
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