Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)

Our Early Years’ Philosophy is based on a deep understanding of the ways in which children learn: through ‘Playing & Exploring, Doing & ‘Reviewing’ and 'building on what they already know and can do’.

All learning experiences build on from  a ’concrete’, ‘pictorial’ and finally ‘abstract’ process, to ensure each child has a firm understanding of what they have learnt, and that they leave with a secure skill base.

We strive to ensure ‘All Pupils make Outstanding PROGRESS’!

There are seven areas of learning within the Early Years Foundation Stage and they cover the main areas of young children’s development.

Our Curriculum

At Woodside we follow the statutory Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework for children aged from birth to five years of age.

Statutory EYFS Areas of Learning

Prime Areas (main focus for under threes)	Specific Areas
Personal, Social and Emotional Development Making relationships Self-confidence and self-awareness Managing feelings and behaviour	Literacy Reading  Writing
Physical Development Moving and handling Health and self-care Planning for learning	Mathematics Numbers Shape, space and measure
Communication and Language Listening and attention Understanding Speaking	Understanding the World People and communities The world Technology
	Expressive Arts and Design Exploring and using media and materials Being imaginative

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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