The Cambridge Primary Review's latest report, which was compiled from hundreds of written submissions, meetings and surveys of published research, found that many teachers were concerned about a 'collision' between the EYFS and the primary curriculum, particularly during reception year.
It says many local authorities, teacher trainers and children's organisations see the EYFS as a model that could be applied to primary education, particularly at KS1.
The report argues that primary schools are focusing too much on numeracy, literacy and testing, and that arts, humanities and science subjects are being compromised by the 'standards agenda'. It adds that the current curriculum values memorising and recalling facts over understanding and enquiry.
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