Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
Early Years at Bassingbourn
At Bassingbourn Community Primary School, we believe every child deserves the very best start to their education. Our Early Years Foundation Stage is a warm, nurturing and inclusive environment where children feel safe, valued and excited to learn. From their very first days at school, children enjoy a wide range of meaningful experiences that help them build positive relationships and develop a love of learning. Our approach is informed by the best available evidence about how young children learn, and we work in partnership with families to help children develop the confidence, independence and curiosity they need to learn well, grow well and thrive.
Our Curriculum
Our EYFS curriculum is designed to provide children with the knowledge, skills and experiences they need to thrive both now and in the future. It is informed by the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Statutory Framework, Development Matters and current research into child development and how young children learn.
Learning is carefully planned across the seven areas of learning and development and delivered through a balance of purposeful play, high-quality interactions and direct teaching.
The three prime areas are:
- Communication and Language
- Physical Development
- Personal, Social and Emotional Development
The four specific areas are:
- Literacy
- Mathematics
- Understanding the World
- Expressive Arts and Design
Together, these areas help children develop the knowledge, skills and characteristics they need to become confident, independent learners and prepare them for the next stage of their education.
Our Partnership with Parents
We believe children achieve their best when school and home work closely together. Building positive relationships with families begins before children start school, with opportunities to visit the setting, meet staff and learn about life in Reception.
Throughout the year, we keep parents and carers informed about their child's learning and development through regular communication, learning updates and parent consultations. We also provide guidance and opportunities for families to learn more about how we teach key areas of the curriculum and how they can support learning at home.
By working in partnership, we help every child feel happy, confident and successful throughout their time in Early Years.
