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What is Continuous Provision?
What is Continuous Provision?

Uncover the true meaning of continuous provision in early years education and how it supports child development and effective learning characteristics.

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The Classroom Environment – Setting Up Your New Classroom

Create a positive & engaging classroom environment: Learn how to define spaces that encourage children’s involvement & imagination.

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Enquiry Based Learning
Taking Continuous Provision beyond the EYFS – Maximising Learning in Key Stage One

Explore the differences between continuous provision in Year 1 and early years settings. How do they support the learning needs of children?

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Flanshaw School Take Continuous Provision into Early Years & Progression Into Y1

Samantha Smith discusses continuity and progression into Y1 at Flanshaw School, focusing on resource organisation.

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The Classroom Environment – Riot of Colour vs Peace and Neutrality

A large body of research suggests that too much colour can provide a sensory overload for our children, creating an environment where they are less likely to be highly involved and more likely to be distracted.

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Why Quality Environments Matter in Early Years

Discover the importance of quality environments in early years education. Create meaningful and joyful spaces that enhance children’s learning experiences.

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Transition-to-Year-1
Transition to Year 1 – Getting it Right from the Start

Explore the challenges of transitioning from the EYFS to Year 1 and discover how to create an appropriate environment for young learners.

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Enquiry Based Learning
What is Enquiry Based Learning?

Enquiry Based Learning (EBL) takes children’s interests and builds them into learning wherever possible, using continuous provision. Here’s how!

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Change Isn’t Always for the Better

Do your early years classroom spaces truly reflect your vision for learning? Have they come together by accident or been carefully planned?

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St Gregory’s Primary Change EYFS & KS1 Practice: a Child-Initiated Learning Environment

See how St. Gregory’s uses Child-Initiated Learning to boost independence and creativity in early years education.

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Schematic Play
Repetitive Play: is it OK?

Discover the impact of schematic play on children’s learning and development. Recognise the signs and explore the benefits.

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