We create posters that have pictures of our activities that the infants and toddlers have done throughout the year. Our floor has soft carpet for infants learning to roll or crawl. It is always very clean and well
One example is that, they serve food from different cultures as part of their meal plans for the children. This way, they can encourage the children to try other cultures food as this probably the most exciting way to teach two and three year olds about other cultures. At most nursery’s there will be many practices put in place to welcome children with disabilities. One way that nursery’s do this is that they will have very easily accessible entrances, exits, play areas and facilities. This mean that if they were caring for a child that was in a wheel chair, there would be nowhere that the child couldn’t access.
We follow manufacturers instructions. We have sufficient, suitable toys and materials to provide stimulating activities and play opportunities in all areas of play, learning and development. Equipment is stored in containers at appropriate heights for the children to access. Our equipment, furniture, and layout is designed to provide easy access and opportunities to all facilities and activities alongside peers for children with special needs, and can be easily adapted if necessary. The toilet area is designed for children aged between 2 and 9 years.
Developmentally Appropriate: This activity is developmentally appropriate because it develop the fine motor skills and the sense of touch. Children enjoy learning while exploring sensory materials. RC II-2 Language and Literacy Title: Story time Age: 3-5 Materials: Book (Abiyoyo) Description: While
This type of play is excellent for developing language and for expressing feelings. Games: When children play games they learn to take turns and communicate with each other. They express how they feel about what the other child has to do or did and sometimes they try to support the other child if they think they do not understand the game and it’s a great way for them to develop their communication. Their vocabulary will improve. Pictures: Pictures are used alongside words to make communication more easier and understandable.
What are the documented outcomes for children that form part of the relevant early years framework and how are they assessed and recorded? The aim of the EYFS is to ensure that all children- notwithstanding their background, gain access to quality and consistent early year’s education. To make this possible, a series of documented outcomes is given for each of the seven areas of learning and development of the EYFS. These outcomes are called the Early Learning Goals. These goals are important as they form the building blocks for children’s later education and they make available the basis for planning and learning throughout the EYFS.
1.1 a description of the factors to take into account when planning health and safety indoor and outdoor environments and services When assessing Health and Safety issues both indoors and outside, there are many factors which have to be considered. The age, the needs and the abilities of the children should be taken into account. For younger children it may mean they have their own playground and toilet facilities, separating them from the older and perhaps more boisterous children in the school. Within their playground the play equipment should be age appropriate. The chairs in the classroom should be the appropriate size so they are able to sit comfortably when working.
At my setting when planning activities we ensure that we follow the curriculum so that all aspects of learning are covered for the children in our care. The Early Years Foundation Phase is a statutory framework that sets out standards for the learning, development and care of children from birth to seven. They are set out to ensure that the seven different areas of learning are included. We plan a curriculum that helps children progress towards, and where appropriate beyond, these goals. By the time they leave the care of the setting they should be able to achieve all of the above early learning goals.
Unit 4 Task 2 P3 Prepare and maintain a stimulating environment: The environment needs to be kept clean as not to compromise health and safety by spreading bacteria. Setting: needs to be comfortable and accessible and stimulating to children of the specific age it is set for. Inside the building the wall’s would be best in a vibrant colour and have poster’s on done by children, or promotion posters about positive values of integrating with all faiths, ethnic backgrounds and disabled children. By getting the children to do posters and engorging them to positive and showing there posters on the wall will help promote self –esteem when they see there own work displayed. Try to integrate themes or certain times of year.
In the workplace where i work appropriate communication such a pictorial aid (PECS) these are used where possible as children need pictures to communicate effectively. Other positive communication is maintaining a consistent and fair attitude - this can be done by setting boundaries and by not breaking them shows consistency at all times. Being appropriate with humour and body language, and using eye contact at all times shows good communication with children. Responding to children in appropriate manner also builds positive relationships. Respecting children’s dignity at all times is being appropriate - this can be done by knocking on children's doors before entering their bedroom.