Curriculum

Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum

Greetings to Little Scholars Nursery

Welcome to our Preschool EYFS Curriculum! Our program is designed to provide a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where children can explore, learn, and grow. The EYFS framework guides our approach, ensuring that every child’s learning and development is supported through play, creativity, and meaningful experiences.

Areas of Learning and Development

Our curriculum is divided into seven areas of learning and development. These areas are interconnected and are crucial for fostering the holistic growth of children.

Personal, Social, and Emotional Development (PSED)

- Building self-confidence and self-awareness

- Managing feelings and behavior

- Forming positive relationships with peers and adults

Physical Development

- Developing fine and gross motor skills

- Understanding the importance of physical activity and healthy choices

Communication and Language

- Developing listening and attention skills

- Enhancing understanding and speaking abilities

Literacy

- Encouraging a love for reading and writing

- Introducing phonics and early reading skills

Mathematics

- Exploring numbers, shapes, space, and measures

- Developing problem-solving skills

Understanding the World

- Learning about people, cultures, and communities

- Exploring the natural world and technology

Expressive Arts and Design

- Encouraging creativity through art, music, dance, and role play

- Developing imaginative and critical thinking skills

Our Approach

We use a play-based learning approach, where children learn through engaging, hands-on activities. Our curriculum is designed to be flexible, allowing for child-initiated and adult-led activities. We emphasize the importance of the learning environment, both indoors and outdoors, to support children’s exploration and discovery.

Key Principles

A Unique Child: Recognizing that every child is a competent learner from birth.

Positive Relationships: Providing warm and loving relationships to help children feel secure.

Enabling Environments: Creating rich and varied environments that support learning and development.

Learning and Development: Ensuring learning is broad, balanced, and builds on what children already know.

Assessment and Progress

We continuously observe and assess each child’s development to tailor our teaching to their individual needs. Regular feedback and communication with parents and caregivers are integral to our approach, ensuring that we work together to support each child’s progress.

Parent Partnership

We value the role of parents as primary educators and encourage active involvement in their child’s learning journey. We offer various opportunities for parents to engage with the curriculum and participate in their child’s development.

Conclusion

Our EYFS curriculum is dedicated to providing a foundation for lifelong learning, focusing on the whole child. We are committed to creating an environment where every child feels valued, safe, and inspired to explore the world around.