The Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), (2012) states that the role of the practitioner is crucial in observing and reflecting on children’s spontaneous play, building on this by planning and providing a challenging environment which supports specific areas of children’s learning and extends and develops children’s language and communication in their play. (See appendix 1 note 2) Another role of the practitioner is to work professionally and responsibly such as to ‘work as part of the team, work with parents and partners, participate in providing an environment that is welcoming and stimulating’ (Tassoni P, et.al, 2007 page 137) and to meet the learning needs of each individual child by providing a range of activities and experiences. A1 While attending placements I have worked to support the learning needs of children in this particular role by working with my supervisor, other staff members and parents or carers. When doing this, practitioners should always be professional, for example using a polite tone of
Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for the Children and Young Peoples Workforce-Early Years (Management/Advanced Practice) Unit 136 136.2,7 Through adult-led activities we can introduce children to new ideas, provide opportunities for them to develop their skills and ensure that they experience all six areas of learning in the EYFS. During adult-led activities we are in control of the teaching we are providing. However, what we cannot have any control over is what young children are learning from these activities. This is why it is important to balance adult-led activities with time and opportunity for children to explore their own ideas, play with resources and use their imagination and creativity. Through doing this and practising the skills that they have learned the children will be able to take ownership of their learning and be able to apply it in different situations.
Building trust with parents or carers will result in them knowing that the nursery is a very good place for their child as it offers a great amount of help and support, which is especially important for new parents or carers. Other professionals It is also important to partner with other professionals as they will offer the support and services, where needed, to improve the overall development of the child. For example, a speech and language therapist may assist a child with communication difficulties. Another example would be a play therapist to diagnose, prevent or resolve a child with psychosocial challenges. Multi-disciplinary teams It is very important that everyone in a multi disciplinary team work in partnership.
In the developing field of Early Years, it is becoming more and more important for practitioners to have an awareness of the many topics that impact on the provision available to young children. Existing and new initiatives being discussed and reflected upon by the evaluation of article reports and how these topics may impact upon my own practice by using reflection. Module 4FD028. Learning Outcome 1 Key concepts and approaches in Early Years provision and the requirement for quality provision and practice for children. Considering the work of key pioneers and current experts with links to child development theory.
The EYFS guides the way in which the nursery sector works and the duties and activities we set out. The four principles of the EYFS help us help the children in their development and making sure that they get the best start in life these are: 1.2 Explain how different approaches to work with children in the early years has influenced current provision in the UK 1.3 Explain why early years frameworks emphasise a personal and individual approach to learning and development Every child is an individual and is different this is why it is important to focus on the child’s individual needs as they develop at different rates, they are unique and come from a varied range of backgrounds. Children have different needs and interests, they require a range of different opportunities for them to aachieve the best .. The eyfs stresses the importance of personalisation of learning and development experiences and the importance of observing a child and working with them on the basis of their personal development. Play is an important part in a child life.
This approach was inspired by a group of preschools in the Reggio Emilia area of Italy. The main features of this approach are, Children need some control over their own play and learning with teachers acting as facilitators. Children need to learn from and enjoy being with other children. Children need a rich environment so that they can learn and express themselves in a number of ways. High/Scope.
Page 6 of 28 some children in the same family develop such different personalities. Neither does it explain why children gradually develop moral codes’ (Tassoni et al, 2007: 78). People also criticise that this theory does not explain why some children gradually develop moral codes. Francesca Denney Page 7 of 28 B1- Evaluate how current influences play and different theoretical models affect the planning and provision of learning opportunities The EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage) (see appendix 3) provides guidelines for settings to plan activities for children which are suited to their needs, abilities and their age/ stage of development, these activities can be set out either indoors or outdoors. The EYFS also provides guidelines for settings to plan children’s next
The behaviors of children’s play already have activities that include some sort movement like finger play, movement games, or building blocks. The type of play that has the most effect on children is dramatic play. Dramatic play provides opportunities for them to practice language and literacy because of the use of props and objects, combining roles and themes, and by creating a make believe scenario and solving disagreements. Educators can allow time for children have dramatic play, reading, writing, and physical play. The physical play can be
A: The Child centred approach The Child centred approach is a practice that focuses on the child and their needs and looks closely at the child’s rights and responsibilities. To use this method in the environment it would take planning and observation to get a better understanding of how the methods used will benefit the children. In different settings children will begin to learn by picking different activities that they have an interest in, for example sand play and painting. Knowing this I will plan ahead and learn the children’s interests so that every child is involved in the activities and meets the curriculum. Additionally the child’s centred approach lets the children find their own learning styles and boosts the child’s confidence.
In this essay I will discuss the meaning of the word play and why play is important for the holistic development for the child. I will also outline types of play and explain how play facilitates and is impacted by the maturation of children, considering children with special needs. Every child in the world plays, whenever they are babies, toddlers or even 6 years old child, the only difference would be the approach. Children 'play' at home is more unplanned but when the 'play' is more organised than it is more valuable. I will look at different types of play which need to be provided for child's learning and development.