Early years foundation stage - schools
Page contents
- Central EYFS Moderation Discussions 2024
- Continuity Counts: Making the move to Yr 1 a positive, playful and challenging experience for all
- EYFS Profile 2024 Briefing
- EYFS Teaching Assistant training - Exploring the Prime Areas, Literacy and Mathematics
- New Funding Streams Information and Q&A Session for all Early Years Providers
- New to Reception teaching 2023-24
- Subject Leader briefings - What does your subject look like in EYFS?
- Supporting SEND and vulnerable children through a playful, joyful EYFS experience
- Woodworking in EYFS with Pete Moorhouse
- Cancellations
Central EYFS Moderation Discussions 2024
This is an opportunity to meet with colleagues to discuss evidence and make judgements against the Early Learning Goals (ELGs) in order to complete the EYFS profile. There will be time for delegates to discuss their anecdotal evidence, and any recorded evidence with colleagues and moderators to gain confidence in securing accurate judgements. Year 1 colleagues are welcome to attend, alongside their EYFS colleagues to ensure that they gain an understanding of children's attainment at the end of the reception year.
Preparation and Follow Up
Please ensure that you are prepared to discuss a child/children for each area of learning and ELG. Please bring 'evidence' for children; this should include those working at emerging and/or ELG as well as those that are more difficult to assess. A template moderation document will be sent with your confirmation of booking. Please complete the document prior to the moderation session to identify the children that you would like to discuss.
Please bring with you
- EYFS Profile Handbook 2023
- Evidence (anecdotal and recorded) for a selection of children in your class
- Moderation document with children to moderate
Training objectives
- To discuss individual children and make accurate assessments.
- To develop a secure understanding of the expectations of the ELGs.
Who can attend this course?
Reception Teachers, EYFS Lead, Headteachers, Deputy Headteachers, Teachers.
Cost: £0 for East Sussex schools, £25 for Out of County schools.
Contact: Education Events Team
Number of Sessions: 1 session per venue with the same content covered.
| Please make a note of the course code and date, you will need this to book. | |||
| Course code | Venue | Course dates | Time |
| EYFS281 | Cooden Beach Hotel, Bexhill | 07 May 2024 | 13:00 - 16:00 |
| EYFS282 | Hydro Hotel, Eastbourne | 08 May 2024 | 09:00 - 12:00 |
| EYFS283 | Wellshurst Golf Club, Hellingly | 09 May 2024 | 09:00 - 12:00 |
| EYFS288 | Wellshurst Golf Club, Hellingly | 18 June 2024 | 13:00 - 16:00 |
| EYFS289 | Hydro Hotel, Eastbourne | 19 June 2024 | 09:00 - 12:00 |
| EYFS290 | Cooden Beach Hotel, Bexhill | 20 June 2024 | 09:00 - 12:00 |
| Go to booking form | |||
To cancel a course booking, please use the Learning Portal - cancellation form.
Continuity Counts: Making the move to Yr 1 a positive, playful and challenging experience for all
We are delighted that Kym Scott is going to lead this exciting training opportunity. Kym has worked in East Sussex previously with both teachers and headteachers and is a national and international speaker, passionate about early years and KS1 practice and pedagogy. This 2 part course is aimed at headteachers and Year 1 teachers, who wish to provide a more impactful, engaging and joyful educational experience for children, by using play and play-based experiences as a vehicle for learning.
The overall focus will be on providing both continuity and progression in learning between YR and Yr 1 in order to maximise outcomes for children. Both sessions will look at how to plan for and provide impactful experiences that support curriculum content as well as 21st century skills.
This course is aimed at both headteachers and Year 1 teachers attending day 1 together in order to facilitate changes in practice. Teachers will pay £90 for each day and headteachers can then attend for £25 for the day. (Headteachers can attend day 1 only or attend both days.)
Day 1 Content:
- Transitioning into Year 1 - how to make this as smooth as possible
- Key areas for consideration when moving to a more playful approach in Y1
- How play and engaging adult led experiences can make learning more memorable and the science behind this.
- Free play and play-based learning - why they matter and what they look like in practice.
- Continuum from adult-directed to child initiated learning - where does your practice sit and where would you like to move to?
- Creating a learning environment that provides challenging play opportunities.
- The adult role in extending play in Yr 1 through quality interactions.
- Gap Task: Putting into practice key elements and reporting back.
Day 2 Content:
- Addressing issues that have arisen since Day 1 and sharing progress
- Curriculum focus - playful writing in Year 1
- Capturing and evidencing learning in play
- Structuring opportunities so that curriculum objectives are covered - introducing challenges
- Supporting learners who are at earlier stages of development
- Moving forward into more structure without losing engagement.
Training objectives
- To enable staff to consider ways to make transition to Year 1 as smooth as possible.
- To understand how a more playful approach can make learning more memorable.
- To explore the difference between free play and play-based learning.
- To be confident in structuring playful learning opportunities.
Please bring with you
Delegates should bring with them their current curriculum documents and plans to refer to in the sessions.
Who can attend this course?
Year 1 teachers, Headteachers
Cost: £90 for teachers per day, £25 for Headteachers per day
Contact: Education Events Team
Number of Sessions: 2 sessions
The teachers will need to book onto both days. The headteacher may book on for just one day or for both days.
| Please make a note of the course code and date, you will need this to book. | |||
| Course code | Venue | Course dates | Time |
| EYFS292 | Hydro Hotel, Eastbourne | 17 May 2024 | 09:00 - 15:30 |
| EYFS292 | Hydro Hotel, Eastbourne | 11 October 2024 | 09:00 - 15:30 |
| Go to booking form | |||
To cancel a course booking, please use the Learning Portal - cancellation form.
EYFS Profile 2024 Briefing
This briefing is for those teachers who are new to submitting the EYFS profile or need a refresher. The briefing will explore the main elements of the 2024 EYFS profile handbook, including updates or changes, in order to support teachers to complete the EYFS profile for their children. There will also be the opportunity to identify and share effective ways to gather evidence (e.g. Floorbooks, online journals, individual books) to support teachers in making accurate judgements. This will particularly focus on Understanding the World.
Please bring with you examples of evidence for Understanding the World - this could be learning journals, floor books, individual books or online tools.
Delegates will need sight of the Early Years Foundation Stage Profile Handbook 2024.
Training objectives
- To provide clarity on the statutory expectations for completing the EYFS profile.
- To support those who are new to the process of submitting data for the EYFS profile to ensure that teachers can confidently complete the profile.
- To communicate updates and changes to the 2024 EYFS handbook.
- To identify effective assessment systems to support teachers in making accurate judgements in all areas of learning.
Who can attend this course?
EYFS Lead, Headteachers, Reception Teachers, Deputy Headteachers, Heads of school
Cost: £25
Contact: Education Events Team
Number of Sessions: 1 session
| Please make a note of the course code and date, you will need this to book. | |||
| Course code | Venue | Course dates | Time |
| EYFS270 | Wellshurst Golf Club, Hellingly | 30 January 2024 | 13:30 - 15:30 |
| Go to booking form | |||
To cancel a course booking, please use the Learning Portal - cancellation form.
EYFS Teaching Assistant training - Exploring the Prime Areas, Literacy and Mathematics
This full day course aims to support teaching assistants with a deeper understanding of the Prime Areas, Literacy and Mathematics. Each of these areas of learning will be explored in depth providing theory as well as practical ideas for learning, including resourcing the EYFS environment.
Please bring with you: Delegates will need sight of the Early Years Statutory Framework.
Training objectives
This course will provide opportunities to:
- develop practitioner knowledge of the ages and stages of development in the Prime Areas, Literacy and Mathematics.
- identify opportunities for learning within the environment for each of these areas, including adult-led and child-initiated.
- consider resources and activities to support families with these areas of learning.
Who can attend this course?
Teaching Assistants
Cost: £70
Contact: Education Events Team
Number of Sessions: 1 session
| Please make a note of the course code and date, you will need this to book. | |||
| Course code | Venue | Course dates | Time |
| EYFS271 | Wellshurst Golf Club, Hellingly | 06 February 2024 | 09:00 - 15:00 |
| Go to booking form | |||
To cancel a course booking, please use the Learning Portal - cancellation form.
New Funding Streams Information and Q&A Session for all Early Years Providers
These information sessions will update Early Years Providers on the new funding streams being launched April 2024. This will include information on the new funding formula and updated statutory guidance. There will also be an opportunity for providers to ask questions.
Who can attend this course?
PVI Early Years Providers, Childminders, Schools and academies with nurseries on site.
There is a maximum of 2 spaces per provider.
Cost: £0
Contact: Education Events Team
Number of Sessions: There are six sessions to choose from, each covering the same information.
| Please make a note of the course code and date, you will need this to book. | |||
| Course code | Venue | Course dates | Time |
| EYFS293 | Horntye Park, Hastings | 29 January 2024 | 18:00 - 19:30 |
| EYFS294 - Course Full | The View Hotel, Eastbourne | 31 January 2024 | 18:00 - 19:30 |
| EYFS295 | Uckfield Civic Centre | 1 February 2024 | 18:00 - 19:30 |
| EYFS296 | The View Hotel, Eastbourne | 5 February 2024 | 18:00 - 19:30 |
| EYFS297 | Uckfield Civic Centre | 6 February 2024 | 18:00 - 19:30 |
| EYFS298 | Horntye Park, Hastings | 8 February 2024 | 18:00 - 19:30 |
| If the course is full and you want to join the wait list, please complete the booking form. | These courses close for bookings 1 week before the course start date. | Go to booking form | |
To cancel a course booking, please use the Learning Portal - cancellation form.
New to Reception teaching 2023-24
This course aims to develop specialist knowledge and understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). It will enable reception teachers to ensure that their provision is of high quality and that it meets the needs of their class. It will support delegates to understand the principles of the EYFS including how to plan and organise an appropriate learning environment, and develop effective systems for observation, assessment, planning and evaluation across all areas of learning. There is an initial 2 hour introductory session in the summer on EYFS statutory requirements and the environment, followed by a 4 day course starting in the autumn term.
The course covers a wealth of topics and is flexible in order to meet the needs of the learners. The basic overview is:
Introductory session - The statutory requirements of the EYFS and an introduction to the environment.
Day 1 - Characteristics of effective learning, the indoor and outdoor environment, continuous provision, principles and practice including planning and assessment.
Day 2 - Observations, assessment and planning, the role of the adult and phonics.
Day 3 - Language, literacy and maths.
Day 4 - Providing challenge, moderation, understanding the world, expressive arts and design and transition.
Lead practitioner support is provided by two visits during Term 2 and Term 4. Teachers will be 'buddied up' with an EYFS lead practitioner for sharing good practice.
There will be tasks to complete between sessions and all delegates are required to evaluate the impact of the learning from each session.
Completed impact forms along with a comment from the headteacher should be submitted after the course.
Please ensure that you have sight of The Statutory Framework for the EYFS.
Training objectives
This course will provide opportunities to:
- develop knowledge and understanding of the EYFS framework and how to use this to inform planning, observations and assessment.
- understand the role of the adult in EYFS provision to ensure high quality interactions and enable all children to make good progress in their learning.
- understand how the provision of resources will offer progressive challenge throughout the indoor and outdoor environment and lead to high levels of engagement and learning.
- continue to develop effective EYFS pedagogy and practice.
Who can attend this course?
Reception Teachers, NQTs
Cost: £380
Contact: Education Events Team
Number of Sessions: 5 sessions
| Please make a note of the course code and date, you will need this to book. | |||
| Course code | Venue | Course dates | Time |
| EYFS235 | Microsoft Teams | Introductory session - Thursday 14 September 2023 | 13:00 - 15:00 |
| EYFS235 | Wellshurst Golf Club, Hellingly | Day 1 - Thursday 21 September 2023 | 09:00 - 15:30 |
| EYFS235 | Wellshurst Golf Club, Hellingly | Day 2 - Wednesday 18 October 2023 | 09:00 - 15:30 |
| EYFS235 | Wellshurst Golf Club, Hellingly | Day 3 - Thursday 30 November 2023 | 09:00 - 15:30 |
| EYFS235 | Wellshurst Golf Club, Hellingly | Day 4 - Thursday 25 January 2024 | 09:00 - 15:30 |
| Go to booking form | |||
To cancel a course booking, please use the Learning Portal - cancellation form.
Subject Leader briefings - What does your subject look like in EYFS?
This is a repeat of the briefings run in 2022-23. Each briefing will cover a subject area and will be led by experienced EYFS teachers. The briefing will explore and demonstrate what the educational programme and the EY curriculum looks like for each subject. The Early Learning Goals will be discussed along with practical examples of the subject in continuous provision.
Delegates will need sight of the Early Years Statutory Framework.
Training objectives
Delegates will:
- Be confident in understanding what their subject area looks like in the EYFS
- Understand the EYFS end of year expectations and the assessment process
- Be equipped to successfully monitor their subject area in EYFS and identify progression of skills
- Be able to identify their subject area within continuous provision
- Be secure in their knowledge of the progression of their subject in EYFS and how it fits into the whole school curriculum
Who can attend this course?
Subject Leaders, Teachers, Headteachers, Heads of School
Cost: £0
This is a free course. However, late cancellation or no-show will normally incur a £15 admin charge. If you are unable to attend, please do send notification three working days prior to the course to avoid being charged.
Contact: Education Events Team
Number of Sessions: 1 session per subject area
| Please make a note of the course code and date, you will need this to book. | ||||
| Course code | Subject | Venue | Course dates | Time |
| EYFS256 | Art | Microsoft Teams | 29 November 2023 | 15:30 - 17:00 |
| EYFS257 | History | Microsoft Teams | 6 December 2023 | 15:30 - 17:00 |
| Go to booking form | ||||
To cancel a course booking, please use the Learning Portal - cancellation form.
Supporting SEND and vulnerable children through a playful, joyful EYFS experience
We are delighted that Ben Kingston-Hughes, Managing Director of Inspired Children, and an international key note speaker, author and multi-award winning trainer is leading a days training for headteachers. Ben recently inspired everybody at our EYFS conference in October. Ben's distinctive blend of humour, neuroscience and real life practical experiences make his training invaluable and inspiring. Ben will explore how to support vulnerable children to thrive through joyful play, nurture and curiosity.
Headteachers will further their understanding of the power of purposeful and playful experiences to ensure children have the right foundations to become successful learners.
Headteachers will identify strategies to support vulnerable children including those with SEND.
Ben will lead three sessions during the day:
- The Power of Play and Joy
- Anxiety, ADHD and Thriving
- Working with Vulnerable Children
Training objectives
- To understand the importance of joyful experiences and play for a young child.
- To gain insight into how to support vulnerable children, including those with SEND.
- To explore how EYFS environments can be enriched to create inspirational accessible learning environments.
Who can attend this course?
Headteachers, Heads of School
Cost: £90
Contact: Education Events Team
Number of Sessions: 1 session
| Please make a note of the course code and date, you will need this to book. | |||
| Course code | Venue | Course dates | Time |
| EYFS291 | Hydro Hotel, Eastbourne | 29 January 2024 | 09:00 - 15:00 |
| Go to booking form | |||
To cancel a course booking, please use the Learning Portal - cancellation form.
Woodworking in EYFS with Pete Moorhouse
This is an exciting opportunity for a full day's training with Pete Moorhouse on woodworking in the EYFS. The practical course will explore how to introduce woodworking into your environment including resources, planning, the role of the adult and risk assessments. This course is for practitioners in settings and reception teachers and will look at the progression of skills for children of 2-5 years.
Training objectives
- To learn about the historical context of woodwork.
- Learn how to introduce woodwork safely, implementing an effective risk assessment.
- Understand the most suitable tools for young children and how to use them.
- Explore open-ended activities for long term projects.
Who can attend this course?
EYFS Lead, EYFS Practitioners, Headteachers, Reception Teachers, Deputy Headteachers, Heads of School.
Cost: £90 for Schools, £45 for Settings
Contact: Education Events Team
Number of Sessions: 1 session per venue with the same content being covered.
| Please make a note of the course code and date, you will need this to book. | |||
| Course code | Venue | Course dates | Time |
| EYFS276 | De La Warr Pavilion, Bexhill | 06 March 2024 | 09:00 - 15:30 |
| EYFS277 | Wellshurst Golf Club, Hellingly | 07 March 2024 | 09:00 - 15:30 |
| Go to booking form | |||
To cancel a course booking, please use the Learning Portal - cancellation form.
Cancellations
To cancel a course booking, please use the Learning Portal - cancellation form.