As we count down to the introduction of the revised EYFS in September, we need to consider the changes within each area of learning and reflect on what this means for our practice and provision.
Within the Prime area of Physical Development, the educational programme is now much broader in its scope, which is to be welcomed, while the goals have actually become narrower. They now focus only on fine and gross motor skills, with self-care moved into the area of Personal, Social and Emotional Development (see box, page 17).
When it comes to the ‘bigger picture’ of our practice in supporting this area of development, we need to be guided, as always, by the four key themes within the framework – a Unique Child, Positive Relationships, Enabling Environments, and Learning and Development – backed up by careful observation. It is also worth looking to other approaches to early years education.
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