EYFS
(Early Years Foundation Stage)
The Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) sets standards for the learning, development and care of children from birth to 5 years old.
The standards that school and childcare providers must meet for the learning, development and care of children from birth to 5 are defined by the Department of Education. More information on these standards can be found by following the link below:
Early years foundation stage (EYFS) statutory framework - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
Challenge
Playing and learning outside improve children’s physical and emotional wellbeing and the forest school experience has been shown to be hugely beneficial for children with a range of emotional and developmental needs. Rather than using classroom resources and equipment, children can use natural materials found in the woodland and enjoy activities such as collecting sticks and leaves, tying knots, making dens, handling tools, using twigs to write in the mud, climbing trees, jumping across stones and building fires.
Forest school therefore supports the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum and can be linked to other themes being covered at the provision or to experiences at home. Parents and carers are well informed of what takes place at forest school, the provision offers three settling in sessions for nursery children where the key worker will work closely with the family.
Value
The EYFS framework:
- sets the standards that all early years providers must meet to ensure that children learn and develop well
- ensures children are kept healthy and safe
- ensures that children have the knowledge and skills they need to start school
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