CHILD DEVELOPMENT CURRICULUM

Introduction to Child Development (stages of growth, key areas of development)

Physical Development (infancy to childhood, milestones, motor skills)

Emotional Development (attachments, bonding, relationships)

Social Development (friendships, family influence, social skills)

Cognitive Development (thinking skills, memory, problem solving)

Communication & Language (speech stages, interaction, learning through play)

Health & Nutrition (diet, exercise, wellbeing)

Child Safety (home, school, online safety basics)

Observation Skills (simple observations, recording development)

Pregnancy & Birth (stages of pregnancy, birth methods, prenatal care)

Newborn Care (feeding, sleeping, hygiene, safety)

Childhood Milestones (ages 0–5 development patterns)

Play & Learning (types of play, role of play in development)

Family & Environment (parenting styles, home environment, cultural influences)

Childhood Illnesses & Health (common illnesses, prevention, vaccinations)

Education & Childcare (nurseries, schools, early years support)

Special Educational Needs (identifying SEN, support methods, inclusion)

Observation & Recording (methods, reliability, ethical issues)

Pregnancy & Parental Responsibility (roles of parents, antenatal classes, healthcare services)

Newborn to Toddler Development (physical, intellectual, emotional, social)

Childcare Provision (different childcare services, advantages and disadvantages)

Play & Learning (structured vs free play, learning through activities)

Health & Nutrition (balanced diet, exercise, childhood obesity)

Child Development Theories (Piaget, Vygotsky, Bowlby, Bandura)

Child Safety (accidents, safeguarding, child protection)

SEN & Inclusion (barriers to learning, support strategies, case studies)

Research & Observation Methods (detailed recording, ethical considerations)

Reproduction & Pregnancy (fertility, conception, development in the womb)

Birth & Postnatal Care (birth processes, neonatal care, health professionals)

Child Development Theories (key theorists, application to practice)

Child Health & Safety (nutrition, illnesses, immunisation, safeguarding)

Learning & Play (curriculum, educational activities, role of adults)

Supporting Children with SEN (legislation, provision, strategies)

Research Methods (detailed observations, case studies, data analysis)

Preparing for Parenthood (financial planning, responsibilities, lifestyle changes)

Revision & Assessment Skills (exam-style questions, extended writing, project work)

Pregnancy & Birth (stages of pregnancy, antenatal care, birth processes)  

Postnatal Care (newborn care, feeding, sleeping, bonding)  

Child Development Theories (Piaget, Vygotsky, Bowlby, Bandura)  

Physical, Emotional & Social Development (ages 0–11, milestones, influences)  

Health & Nutrition (balanced diet, exercise, common illnesses, safety)  

Observation & Assessment (monitoring development, recording, evaluation)  

Supporting Children with SEN (identification, strategies, inclusion)  

Play & Learning (role of play, structured and free activities, learning outcomes)  

Revision & Problem Solving (exam-style questions, case studies, extended writing)

Introduction to Child Development (stages of growth, key milestones)  

Basic Care Skills (feeding, hygiene, simple safety practices)  

Observation Skills (simple recording, recognising needs, understanding behaviour)  

Health & Wellbeing (basic nutrition, exercise, hygiene)  

Social & Emotional Development (friendships, relationships, family influence)  

Practical Activities (role play, simple projects, peer discussion)  

Revision & Consolidation (all prior topics, simple exercises)  

Safety & Inclusion (basic safeguarding, supporting peers)  

Preparation for Next Stage (transition to GCSE or vocational courses)

Advanced Theories of Development (applying Piaget, Vygotsky, Bowlby, Bandura)  

Health, Nutrition & Wellbeing (special diets, childhood illnesses, safeguarding)  

Research & Observation (detailed observations, ethical considerations, data analysis)  

 Supporting Children with SEN (legislation, strategies, case studies)  

Play & Learning (curriculum planning, educational activities, evaluation)  

Independent Projects (research assignments, extended writing, practical tasks)  

Revision & Exam Preparation (past papers, case studies, timed questions)  

Problem Solving & Application (designing interventions, reflective practice)  

Preparation for University & Careers (childcare qualifications, early years work, professional skills)