Early Years Foundation Stage

Church Preen Primary School

We follow the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)  framework to give every child the best possible start to their learning journey. The EYFS covers children from birth to age five and sets out how we support their development, keep them safe, and help them become confident, curious learners.

Early years foundation stage (EYFS)
In our reception class we provide a warm, caring environment where children can explore, play, and grow. Our staff carefully plan activities around the seven areas of learning, focusing first on the prime areas – communication and language, physical development, and personal, social and emotional development. These foundations help children build the skills they need to talk, move, play with others, and become increasingly independent.

We encourage early literacy and numeracy skills through practical, hands-on experiences – from storytelling and phonics games to counting, sorting, and problem-solving. We also value creativity and curiosity, giving children opportunities to explore the world around them, experiment with ideas, and express themselves through art, music, and imaginative play.

Throughout nursery and reception, we observe and track each child’s progress so that we can celebrate their achievements and support them where needed. Most importantly, we make sure learning is play-based, engaging, and fun – because children learn best when they are happy, motivated, and excited to discover new things.