EYFS
The Early Years Curriculum is broken down into seven areas of learning. The Prime Areas are fundamental to ensuring that children are able to work in groups, listen to others and share their own ideas with those around them. These Prime Areas of learning then underpin all further learning that is taught within the Specific Areas of Learning. Each week we will look at a different area of learning to provide you with information on how to support your child(ren) at home.
Prime Areas
Personal, Social and Emotional Development
Communication and Language
Physical Development
Specific Areas of Learning
Literacy
Mathematics
Understanding of the World
Expressive Arts and Design
Personal, Social and Emotional Development
Self-Regulation
In this area of learning we support children to develop the following skills:
An understanding of why rules and routines are important for keeping us safe and happy.
To be able to use words such as 'angry', 'excited' or 'tired' to talk about how they are feeling.
To be able to demonstrate an understanding of how others might be feeling.
To be able to follow instructions given by an adult.
Managing Self
In this area of learning we support children to develop the following skills:
To make healthy choices in regards to food and exercise.
To manage their own personal hygiene.
An understanding of the importance of good oral hygiene.
An understanding of what healthy screen time looks like.
An understanding of the importance of a good sleep routine and morning routine to promote good learning.
To develop their resilience in their play, to encourage them to keep going even when things are difficult to achieve a successful outcome.
Building Relationships
In this area of learning we focus upon the children developing the following skills:
Sharing and turn-taking.
Solving conflicts in their play using words.
Developing their own identity in different social groups.
To be able to build successful relationships with peers and adults.
Showing sensitivity to their own needs and those of others.