Course Description
The Introduction to Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) course provides essential knowledge for educators, childcare providers, and support staff working with children from birth to five years old. The EYFS framework sets the standards for early learning, development, and care, ensuring high-quality education and safeguarding practices.
This course explores the EYFS structure, observation and assessment methods, and best practices for supporting children's growth. You’ll learn how to meet safeguarding and welfare requirements, comply with regulations, and understand Ofsted’s role in monitoring early years settings.
By completing this course, you'll gain the skills and confidence to deliver high-quality early years education, promote children's well-being, and ensure compliance with EYFS standards.
Modules Covered
- Module 1 - Overview of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
- Module 2- Observation and Assessment Techniques
- Module 3 - Safeguarding and Promoting Welfare Standards
- Module 4 - Understanding Ofsted and Its Role
Accreditation
The Introduction to Early Years Foundation Stage course is approved by the CPD certification service.
Benefits
- Understand the purpose and structure of the EYFS framework.
- Learn effective observation and assessment techniques.
- Ensure safeguarding and welfare compliance in early years settings.
- Develop best practices in early years education and care.
- Gain insight into Ofsted’s role in maintaining quality standards.
- Improve confidence in supporting children’s learning and development.
Eligibility
- Early years educators and childcare providers.
- Nursery and preschool staff.
- Childminders and nannies.
- Teaching assistants and support staff.
- Anyone working in early years education looking to improve their knowledge of EYFS.
