Building on our popular course Developing Provision and Practice for 2–3 Year Olds, this new three-part programme is designed to extend professional knowledge, strengthen pedagogy, and enhance curriculum thinking for those working with two-year-olds.
Through theory, reflection, and practical exemplification, the course supports practitioners to shape thoughtful, responsive practice and to design rich provision that reflects a deep understanding of how two-year-olds learn, develop, and thrive.
Each session combines expert insight, examples of effective provision, and opportunities for reflection and practical planning to support on-going development.
Focusing on key aspects of pedagogy and provision, the session themes are:
Part 1: Understanding the Learner — Deepening Curriculum Thinking
Explore the unique characteristics of two-year-olds and how this dynamic stage of development shapes learning priorities. Consider what this means for curriculum intent and how to design meaningful experiences that reflect the way two-year-olds learn best.
Part 2: Extending Learning Through Provision and Interaction
Examine how high-quality interactions and well-planned environments turn play into powerful learning opportunities. Reflect on how to extend children’s thinking, communication, and independence through everyday routines and moments of discovery.
Part 3: Building Confident, Connected Learners
Strengthen practice to ensure consistency, continuity, and effective transitions as two-year-olds grow and move through settings. Identify how to embed sustained approaches that build confidence, security, and a strong sense of belonging.
Key Benefits:
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Gain deeper insight into how two-year-olds learn, think, and develop through play and exploration
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Enhance professional practice by connecting theory to practical strategies that enrich daily provision and interaction
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Build confidence and continuity in supporting the progression of two-year-olds across the setting and into future learning