Early Years Foundation Stage 2021 - 2022
Early Years Foundation Stage
Seedlings – 2 year olds
Acorns – 3 and 4 year olds
Ash Class – 4 and 5 year olds
In the foundation stage we follow the Statutory Framework for the Early Years Foundation Stage:
We also place a large focus on communication skills as these support learning in the whole curriculum. If you would like to learn more about the expectations for your child's age, please see the following "Small Talk" document.
“Every child deserves the best possible start in life and the support that enables them to fulfil their potential. Children develop quickly in the early years and a child’s experiences between birth and age five have a major impact on their future chances. A secure, safe and happy childhood is important in its own rights.”
– Statutory Framework for the EYFS (DfE:2021)
At Dallam Community Primary School we believe that every child has the right to a broad and balanced education in a safe, supportive and engaging learning environment. Your children will enjoy exciting and enriching activities that provide a balanced and stimulating curriculum.
We have a project-based curriculum here at Dallam Community Primary School which is divided into three themed terms and overarching project questions. These projects are organised to build on prior learning and to involve activities and experiences for all children set out in the educational programmes from the Statutory Framework for the Early Years Foundation Stage, DfE 2021.
Seedlings (2 year olds)
Autumn – Discover – What Can I Do By Myself?
Spring – Explore – Who Do I Share The World With?
Summer – Create – How Can I Make My Mark?
Acorns (3 and 4 year olds)
Autumn – Discover – What Happens In My World?
Spring – Explore – Where Do Things Come From?
Summer – Create – What Makes Me Unique?
Ash (Reception)
Autumn – Discover – What Makes Me Amazing?
Spring – Explore – How Has The Natural World Changed?
Summer – Create – What Makes The World A Beautiful Place?
If you would like to know how you can help at home or what the expectations are for your child at their age then please speak to a member of the foundation stage. You may find the following booklet helpful:
What to Expect in the Early Years Foundation Stage
If you require additional information relating to the curriculum please speak to your child's class teacher, Mrs Leatherbarrow the EYFS Leader.