Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum
Four Guiding PrinciplesOur curriculum takes into account the four guiding principles of the 2021 Early Years Foundation Stage which state that:
Learning Through PlayWell planned play, both indoors and outdoors, is the key way in which young children learn with enjoyment and challenge. Through play, with effective adult support, children can:
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Statutory Framework DocumentYou can download a copy of the Statutory EYFS Framework from the Department of Education website by clicking the image above.
If you would like further information about our curriculum or a free printed copy then please contact the school office Learning OpportunitiesThe learning opportunities within the nursery aim to reflect that it is every child’s right to grow up safe; healthy; enjoying and achieving; making a positive contribution; and with economic well-being and improve outcomes. |
Seven Areas of Learning and Development
We have 7 curriculum areas which are all linked together:-
3 Prime Areas
3 Prime Areas
- Personal, Social and Emotional Development
- Physical Development
- Communication and Language
- Literacy
- Mathematics
- Understanding of the World
- Expressive Arts and Design
Phonics and Reading
We follow the 'Letters and Sounds' phonics scheme, Phases 1 and 2. Please contact the school for more information.
We follow the 'Letters and Sounds' phonics scheme, Phases 1 and 2. Please contact the school for more information.
Helicopter Stories
All children love stories and role-play and at Columbia Market we use the 'Helicopter Story' approach to story telling and acting.
Below is a link explaining the approach and recent research which suggests the benefits for all children in using their own stories as vehicles for learning. ![]()
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Developmental Movement PlayPlease see the link below which explains the importance of movement in a child's development.
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Messy PlayLots of parents have expressed an interest in understanding the relevance and importance of messy play in their child's development. Below is a link which explains how messy play can aid development across all areas of the early years curriculum and gives some ideas of things to make at home.
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