This bite-sized CPD session forms part of a wider series designed to support senior leaders in driving improvement, raising standards and strengthening early years practice. Each session maintains a strong focus on principled practice while aligning closely with current inspection priorities, with particular emphasis on child development, high-quality provision and effective leadership.

This session explores child development as the foundation for effective early years practice. It considers the importance of secure child development knowledge in shaping high-quality teaching, provision and curriculum decisions. Leaders will be supported to reflect on how effectively this understanding informs practice and contributes to positive outcomes for children, in line with Ofsted’s focus on curriculum intent, implementation and impact.

Key Benefits:

• Strengthens leaders’ understanding of child development and how this should shape curriculum design, teaching approaches and daily practice.

• Supports leaders to evaluate and improve the quality and impact of provision, ensuring experiences meet children’s developmental needs and promote strong outcomes.

• Helps leaders align early years practice with current Ofsted priorities, strengthening professional confidence in monitoring, improvement planning and demonstrating impact.

For Heads, Deputies and Senior Leaders

Choose to purchase a recorded version to extend your understanding. Please note access to the recording will be available from Monday 7th September and can be accessed for 14 days.

Recording - £35 per person (excl. VAT)

Please note that our online training courses are priced per person and multiple viewings of a course will be charged.