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Delivering EYFS Training and Support: Watergrove Trust

Explore how Watergrove Trust enhanced Communication, Language and Literacy learning outcomes through expert EYFS training and support.

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Providing a Language Rich Curriculum in the EYFS at Robert Mellors Primary Academy

Discover the importance of providing a language-rich curriculum in the early years. Develop strong communication skills through meaningful experiences.

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Going Home Bags Increase Parental Engagement: Sandal Castle

Nichola Russell discusses how take-home bags at Sandal Castle VA Primary enhance children’s learning and engage parents.

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Developing Language
Navigating the Sea of Talk

Settings which focus on displaying key words have potentially missed the point. Acquiring new words and their context is linked to meaningful experience and talk.

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Top Tips for Effective Tidy-Up Times in the EYFS

Transform tidy-up time into a valuable learning experience. Learn how to plan and execute tidying routines that promote skills and concepts.

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Exploring the Story: Reflections on Ofsted’s Subject Report on English

March 2024 saw the latest edition of Ofsted’s subject report series. We reflect on this report and teaching English in primary schools.

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Outdoor Learning
Exploring the Fantastic Possibilities of Maths Outdoors

Discover the power of learning maths outdoors. Explore how outdoor environments can enhance mathematical learning experiences.

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Incidental Learning in KS1: Ways to Revisit and Embed Learning Throughout the Day

Discover how to incorporate Incidental Learning in KS1. Find out how to make the most of ‘befores and afters’ and in-between times.

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Early Mathematical Experiences: Playing Games Together

Looking to enhance your maths teaching practice? Here’s some practical examples to help embed those important number skills.

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Early Mathematical Experiences: Getting stuck into counting

Teaching children the principles of counting is crucial for their math development. Discover practical activities and strategies for EYFS.

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Developing an Effective Books and Puppets Area

There are a range of factors that can result in your Books and Puppets area being less effective, so let’s consider each of these.

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EYFS Maths
Mathematical Musings: Early years maths

Discover the importance of early years maths and how to grow in confidence when teaching it to young children.

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