Guide to EYP standards

Standard 6 'Understand the contribution that other professionals within the setting and beyond can make to children's physical and emotional well-being, development and learning'

Standard 6 sits within the 'Knowledge and Understanding' section of the EYP national standards. This section contains six standards which outline how EYPs must demonstrate through their practice, that they have a secure knowledge and understanding of child development. This includes illustrating that they understand the principles and content of the Early Years Foundation Stage, the statutory frameworks for children's services, and national policies and strategies.

Beyond the setting

EYPs may work in a wide range of settings, including full day-care, nursery and primary schools, playgroups, out-of-school settings and children's centres, as well as in home-based childcare, creches and family support units. Wherever they work, EYPs will encounter other professionals who support children and families. Some may work closely with other professionals in their own setting; others may work with professionals who visit their setting regularly or from time to time, or they may work with professionals outside the setting or home.