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Join the Early Excellence community and explore a wide range of news items, inspirational updates and practical guidance across the EYFS and into Key Stage 1. Take a look below and get ready to take your KS1 & EYFS Practice & Pedagogy forward. You will also find that some blogs are available as a Podcast too, offering you and your team an easy way to keep up to date and enhance your CPD.

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Friedrich Froebel: His Principles, Play Theory, and Legacy in Education

Discover Friedrich Froebel’s principles and how his theory of play inspires modern continuous provision in early years education.

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Continuous Provision in KS1 – just until Christmas?

Before changing your Continuous Provision in KS1, reflect on your practice to ensure children’s thoughts, ideas and interests are valued.

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New to Teaching the EYFS? Survival Guide Part 1: Getting to Know Everyone

New to teaching the EYFS? Discover effective strategies for staying organised and setting achievable goals for a successful start.

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New to Teaching the EYFS? Survival Guide Part 2: Establishing Systems & Routines

Master the art of effective day-to-day EYFS systems and routines. Prioritise tasks, manage your time, and excel as a new teacher.

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New to Teaching the EYFS? Survival Guide Part 3: Making Time for Teaching

Explore the vital role of adults in the Early Years Foundation Stage. Learn about making time for Teaching and the balancing act.

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Personal, Social and Emotional Development
Nurturing Children’s Self-Confidence and Security in the EYFS

Learn how to nurture children’s self-confidence and security in the EYFS. Discover key principles and practices for promoting emotional wellbeing.

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Maximising Learning in Continuous Provision – The Water Area

Is your water area packed with a wealth of opportunities for scientific and mathematical thinking, and storying and developing narrative?

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Continuous Provision in Key Stage One Top Ten Tips for Getting Started
Continuous Provision in Key Stage One: Top Ten Tips for Getting Started

Explore Continuous Provision in KS1 with our top ten tips for creating an environment where children can explore, engage, and extend their learning.

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Storming It Outdoors! The Fantastic Learning Possibilities of Cold, Wet & Windy Weather

Make the most of outdoor learning in unpredictable weather. Prepare for changes and embrace the benefits of outdoor education for EYFS and KS1.

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The Outdoor Curriculum in all its Glory

Unlock the potential of an outdoor curriculum. Learn how to create meaningful and engaging outdoor learning experiences for children.

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EYFS Classroom Setup Tips: Getting Ready For The New School Year

Discover essential EYFS classroom setup tips for organising your space, planning resources, and creating a productive learning environment.

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Baseline Assessment: Building on Children’s Starting Points in the EYFS

Assessing & understanding children’s starting points is a vital in their first few weeks. Discover how to lay the foundation for effective planning.

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