A professional planning and reflection tool supporting child-led inquiry, curriculum coherence and meaningful learning conversations in Reception.

A professional guidance document supporting confident, low-burden EYFS planning in childminding and mixed-age settings.

A practitioner tool supporting responsive, observation-led planning in toddler rooms.

Clarifying the role of planning for babies aged 0–18 months

Observing cues, responding through interaction and adjusting provision for babies aged 0–18 months.

Understanding the purpose of planning in baby rooms (0–18 months)

Supporting early communication through everyday interaction for babies aged 0–18 months

Supportive interaction prompts for responsive baby room practice

Supporting responsive, relationship-led practice for babies aged 0–18 months

A quick, in-the-moment observation tool for babies aged 0–18 months.

A quick reference tool supporting observation-led practice for babies aged 0–18 months

A quick, meaningful observation tool for babies aged 0–18 months.

Supporting informed, responsive practice for babies aged 0–18 months

Responsive Planning in our EYFS Curriculum

A practitioner guidance poster clarifying responsive, purposeful EYFS practice.

A practical, research-informed toolkit for recognising schemas and responding through meaningful, child-led provision.

Find answers to our Preschool Theme Packs Frequently Asked Questions.

A practical, inspection-ready explanation of how curriculum intent becomes daily EYFS practice.

A full-year, responsive EYFS planning framework

A professional guidance document supporting confident, consistent EYFS pedagogy from birth to five.

Our curriculum is designed to support high-quality Early Years practice by providing practitioners with clear, developmentally appropriate guidance and flexible, responsive planning tools from birth to five.

Observation, Assessment & Planning (OAP Cycle) in Childminding Practice

(Preschool | Ages 3–4 Years)

(Toddlers | Ages 18–36 Months)

What This Means in Practice (Babies 0–18 Months)

This form of planning is the most flexible and responsive. It's often referred to as "in the moment", "on-the-spot" or "responsive" planning. Intended for use by all types of EYFS practitioners, this flexible pack is ideal for Nurseries, Childminders, Preschools or for Reception Teachers at school. This short-term planning toolkit has all of the materials you need to guide you through this responsive approach to your children’s learning.

A professional guidance pack supporting accurate, confident and workload-proportionate EYFSP practice in Reception.

A professional guidance document clarifying statutory RBA expectations while protecting high-quality, play-based Reception practice.

A statutory-compliant, practitioner-friendly toolkit supporting meaningful assessment and parent partnership.

A cohesive, high-level overview of learning and development from birth to the end of the EYFS.

Curriculum Coherence & Pedagogical Throughline

A professional guidance document supporting confident, consistent EYFS pedagogy from birth to five.

A professional planning and reflection tool supporting child-led inquiry, curriculum coherence and meaningful learning conversations in Reception.

Supporting Continuity of Care and Learning - An optional professional template supporting smooth, child-centred transitions in childminding settings.

Supporting Transitions and Communication with Families and Schools - A professional guidance document supporting clear, proportionate information sharing in childminding settings.

Supporting Transitions and Communication with Families and Schools - A professional guidance document supporting clear, proportionate information sharing in childminding settings.

A professional support resource for childminders who prefer light-touch written reflection alongside responsive EYFS practice.

A professional guidance document supporting confident, low-burden EYFS planning in childminding and mixed-age settings.

A practical set of strength-based documents to support secure, consistent transitions from 18–36 month provision into the 3–4 year room.

A statutory-compliant, practitioner-friendly toolkit supporting meaningful assessment and parent partnership.

A professional observation tool supporting deep understanding of toddler learning, behaviour and development.

Professional observation tools supporting deeper understanding of toddler learning, behaviour and development.

A flexible weekly planning tool supporting responsive, child-centred toddler practice.

A practitioner tool supporting responsive, observation-led planning in toddler rooms.

Observing cues, responding through interaction and adjusting provision for babies aged 0–18 months.

Flexible, responsive planning for babies aged 0–18 months.

Supportive interaction prompts for responsive baby room practice

A quick, in-the-moment observation tool for babies aged 0–18 months.

A quick reference tool supporting observation-led practice for babies aged 0–18 months

A quick, meaningful observation tool for babies aged 0–18 months.

A comprehensive, strength-based transition toolkit supporting children, families and schools.

A professional reporting toolkit supporting meaningful communication with families and smooth transition to school.

A strength-based progress review supporting meaningful partnership with families in preschool.

A practical professional toolkit supporting responsive EYFS practice without over-planning.

A professional guidance document supporting confident, flexible weekly planning in preschool.

A professional planning toolkit supporting responsive, play-based EYFS practice in preschool settings.

Professional planning templates supporting purposeful, play-based adult input in EYFS

Extensive SEND & Inclusion pack specifically designed for use within Reception.

A professional guidance document supporting the development of self-regulation, learning behaviours and independence in Reception.

Observing Patterns, Adapting Practice, Seeking Support - A professional guidance document supporting confident, inclusive EYFS practice and early identification in home-based childminding settings.

A practical set of strength-based documents to support secure, consistent transitions from 18–36 month provision into the 3–4 year room.

Quick guidance and practical tools for supporting toddlers (18–36 months) in everyday provision.

A statutory-compliant, practitioner-friendly toolkit supporting meaningful assessment and parent partnership.

A professional guidance document supporting sensitive, respectful communication with families in baby room provision.

A professional guidance document supporting inclusive, developmentally appropriate EYFS practice in baby rooms.

A professional guidance document supporting confident, developmentally appropriate SEND practice in baby rooms.

Curriculum Coherence & Pedagogical Throughline

A professional guidance document supporting confident, consistent EYFS pedagogy from birth to five.

Our curriculum is designed to support high-quality Early Years practice by providing practitioners with clear, developmentally appropriate guidance and flexible, responsive planning tools from birth to five.

(Preschool | Ages 3–4 Years)

(Toddlers | Ages 18–36 Months)

How Toddlers Learn (18–36 Months)

Reception Year | Ages 4–5

How Children Learn in Reception (4–5 Years)

This document sets out the pedagogical principles that underpin our approach to working with babies aged 0–18 months.

A parent-friendly guidance pack that explains how children learn in Reception (4–5), what to expect day to day, and how families can support learning at home without pressure.

A leadership and practice pack that sets out how to plan a developmentally appropriate transition from Reception into Year 1, protecting EYFS pedagogy while building continuity into KS1.