EYFS Curriculum

Our Early Years’ Curriculum

At our school, we place the highest importance on the Early Years. As a school without a pre-school, we take our responsibility for children’s early learning and their transition into primary school incredibly seriously. We recognise that the foundations laid in these formative years are vital for future success and we are committed to giving every child the very best start to their school journey.

We strongly believe that children learn best through a careful balance of play and direct instruction. Our Early Years environment is thoughtfully planned to provide rich, meaningful play opportunities alongside purposeful adult-led learning. Skilled adults support challenge and extend children’s thinking knowing when to step in to teach new skills model language or deepen understanding and when to step back to allow children to explore independently.

Our curriculum is carefully designed and tailored to meet the needs of our unique cohorts. What children learn in the Early Years builds securely into Year 1 and beyond ensuring clear progression and continuity across the school. Subject leaders have a strong understanding of where learning begins in the Early Years and how it develops over time enabling them to plan with confidence and ambition.

In our Early Years classrooms, you will find learning built on a bed of love, laughter and care. We understand that for children to access the curriculum effectively they must feel safe, valued and that they truly belong. We place great emphasis on meeting children’s social emotional and health needs knowing that happy confident children are ready to learn.

If you would like to find out more about what your child will learn please follow the link to explore our Early Years Curriculum in more detail.