For children aged 2 to 3 years old, there is no formal British curriculum as education at this stage is primarily focused on providing a nurturing and supportive environment that promotes the child’s overall development. Early years settings typically follow the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework to guide their practice. Here’s a summary of the key areas of development and learning during this stage:
Developing a sense of trust and attachment with caregivers.
Encouraging independence in self-care tasks.
Promoting positive relationships with peers and adults.
Supporting emotional well-being and self-regulation.
Building vocabulary through exposure to a rich language environment.
Encouraging early communication skills, such as pointing, gestures, and vocalizations.
Promoting active listening and responding to sounds and language.
Developing gross motor skills, such as crawling, walking, and running.
Encouraging fine motor skills through activities like stacking blocks and finger painting.
Promoting physical coordination, balance, and spatial awareness.
Exploring the immediate environment through sensory experiences.
Learning about cause-and-effect relationships through hands-on exploration.
Introducing concepts of objects, people, and the natural world.
Providing opportunities for creative expression through art materials and sensory play.
Encouraging imaginative play and role-play with props and toys.
Introducing music and movement activities to support self-expression.
The focus at this age is on providing a safe, stimulating, and responsive environment that supports the child’s overall growth and development. Activities are designed to encourage exploration, social interaction, and language development. Adults play a crucial role in fostering positive relationships and creating experiences that promote curiosity, independence, and well-being.
For children aged 3 to 4 years old in the British curriculum, the focus is on providing a nurturing and play-based learning environment that promotes the development of key skills and concepts. While there is no formal curriculum for this age group, early years settings often follow the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework to guide their practice. Here’s a summary of the key areas of development and learning during this stage:
Developing independence, self-confidence, and self-care skills.
Encouraging positive relationships with peers and adults.
Promoting emotional well-being and the ability to manage feelings
Building vocabulary and understanding of spoken language.
Encouraging active listening and
responding to others.
Developing early communication skills through interaction and play.
Developing gross and fine motor skills through play and movement activities.
Encouraging physical coordination, balance, and control.
Promoting an understanding of healthy habits and self-care routines.
Providing opportunities for creative expression through various art forms.
Encouraging imaginative play, role-playing, and storytelling.
Introducing music, movement, and basic rhythm activities.
Fostering a love for books and stories through interactive reading experiences.
Encouraging early mark-making and emergent writing skills.
Introducing phonics awareness through rhymes and sound play.
Developing early numeracy skills through counting, sorting, and matching activities.
Exploring shapes, patterns, and simple measurements.
Introducing basic concepts of quantity and number recognition.
Exploring the immediate environment and nature through sensory experiences.
Learning about the world around them, including people, animals, and objects.
Encouraging curiosity, investigation, and problem-solving skills.
The Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) is the curriculum framework for children in England from birth to the end of the reception year (typically aged 4-5). It focuses on providing a broad and balanced education to promote the development of the whole child. Here’s a summary of the key areas and principles covered in the EYFS British curriculum:
Developing self-confidence, self-awareness, and positive relationships.
Promoting emotional well-being and managing feelings and behavior.
Encouraging cooperation, empathy, and respect for others.
Developing speaking and listening skills through conversation and storytelling.
Expanding vocabulary and understanding basic grammar concepts.
Encouraging children to express themselves and communicate effectively.
Promoting fine and gross motor skills through activities and play.
Developing coordination, balance, and control.
Encouraging healthy habits, self-care, and physical well-being.
Fostering a love for reading and introducing a wide range of books.
Developing early phonics skills to support reading and writing.
Encouraging mark-making, emergent writing, and early reading skills.
Encouraging creativity, imagination, and self-expression through various art forms.
Exploring music, dance, drama, and imaginative play.
Developing skills in using different materials, tools, and techniques.
Developing early numeracy skills through counting, sorting, and matching activities.
Exploring shapes, patterns, and simple measurements.
Introducing basic concepts of quantity and number recognition.
Exploring the physical world, including nature, science, and the environment.
Learning about people and communities, cultures, and the wider world.
Introducing technology and its uses in everyday life.
Link: The national curriculum: Overview – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
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