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Reception Observation–Assessment–Planning (OAP) Cycle Guidance

January 18, 2026 Stuart Murphy

A professional guidance document supporting responsive teaching, proportionate assessment and secure EYFSP judgements in Reception.

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In *Reception | 4-5 Years, -R3 Tags Reception, Reception Observation–Assessment–Planning (OAP) Cycle Guidance

Reception Curriculum Phase Framework | 4-5 Years

January 18, 2026 Stuart Murphy

A structured, phase-based approach to medium-term curriculum planning in Reception, supporting progression, depth and developmentally appropriate practice across the year.

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In *Reception | 4-5 Years, -R2 Tags Reception, Reception Curriculum Phase Framework | 4-5 Years

Reception Curriculum Progression Maps Toolkit | 4-5 Years

January 18, 2026 Stuart Murphy

A comprehensive professional toolkit outlining learning progression across the Reception year, aligned with the EYFS framework and EYFSP expectations.

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In *Reception | 4-5 Years, -R2 Tags Reception, Reception Curriculum Progression Maps Toolkit | 4-5 Years

Why Themes Are Optional in Reception | 4-5 Years

January 18, 2026 Stuart Murphy

A professional leadership guidance document explaining the role of themes within a coherent, curriculum-led Reception approach.

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In *Reception | 4-5 Years, -R1 Tags Reception, Why Themes Are Optional in Reception | 4-5 Years

How to Use the Reception Pathway | 4-5 Years

January 18, 2026 Stuart Murphy

This document is designed to help practitioners and leaders understand how to navigate and use the Reception Pathway effectively.

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In *Reception | 4-5 Years, Orienting Sample, -R1 Tags Reception, How to Use the Reception Pathway | 4-5 Years

About Our Reception Curriculum Phase Framework | 4-5 Years

January 18, 2026 Stuart Murphy

A professional guidance document explaining the rationale and structure behind our phase-based approach to Reception curriculum design.

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In *Reception | 4-5 Years, -R1, -R2 Tags Reception, About Our Reception Curriculum Phase Framework | 4-5 Years

Reception Curriculum Overview & Rationale | 4-5 Years

January 18, 2026 Stuart Murphy

Reception Year | Ages 4–5

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In *Reception | 4-5 Years, Orienting Sample, -R1 Tags Reception Curriculum Overview & Rationale | 4-5 Years, Reception

Reception Pedagogy Position Statement | 4-5 Years

January 18, 2026 Stuart Murphy

How Children Learn in Reception (4–5 Years)

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In *Reception | 4-5 Years, Orienting Sample, -R1 Tags Reception Pedagogy Position Statement | 4-5 Years, Reception

Reception Parent Partnership Pack | Reception (4-5 Years)

January 18, 2026 Stuart Murphy

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.

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In *Reception | 4-5 Years, -R10 Tags Reception, Reception Parent Partnership Pack | Reception (4-5 Years)

Reception → Year 1 Transition Pack

January 18, 2026 Stuart Murphy

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.

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In *Reception | 4-5 Years, -R10 Tags Reception, Reception → Year 1 Transition Pack

Hibernation: Continuous Provision Enhancements Pack | EYFS Download

November 28, 2025 Stuart Murphy
Hibernating Animals: Continuous Provision Enhancements Pack | EYFS Settings Download - Babies 0-18 Months | Toddlers 18-36 Months | Preschool 3-4 Years | Reception 4-5 Years

Hibernating Animals: Continuous Provision Enhancements Pack | EYFS Settings Download - Babies 0-18 Months | Toddlers 18-36 Months | Preschool 3-4 Years | Reception 4-5 Years

Ready to inspire exploration of seasonal change and the natural world? Our Hibernation Continuous Provision Enhancement Pack is a must-have planning resource for UK Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) practitioners. This essential guide provides imaginative, hands-on hibernation theme ideas designed to transform your environment into an irresistible…

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In In-The-Moment Planning, Bumper Pack, EYFS (0-5 Years) Planning, Childminder Planning, Nursery Planning, Preschool Planning, Reception Planning, Babies | 0-1 Year, EYFS | 0-5 Years, Cont. Prov. Enhancements, Continuous Provision, Planning Provision Kits, Hibernation, *Preschool | 3-4 Years, *Reception | 4-5 Years, Toddlers | 1-3 Years Tags Planning, On-going Observation & Assessment, Hibernation, Hibernation: Continuous Provision Enhancements Pack

Hibernation: High-Impact Question & Vocabulary Banks | EYFS Download

November 27, 2025 Stuart Murphy
Hibernation: High-Impact Question & Vocabulary Banks | EYFS Settings Download - Babies 0-18 Months | Toddlers 18-36 Months | Preschool 3-4 Years | Reception 4-5 Years

Hibernation: High-Impact Question & Vocabulary Banks | EYFS Settings Download - Babies 0-18 Months | Toddlers 18-36 Months | Preschool 3-4 Years | Reception 4-5 Years

Capture the magic of seasonal science with our focused Hibernation High-Impact Question & Vocab Bank! This unique and invaluable EYFS resource is specifically tailored for UK Early Years practitioners aiming to explore the fascinating topic of hibernation with depth and developmental appropriateness. It provides the linguistic tools…

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In Bumper Pack, EYFS (0-5 Years) Planning, Childminder Planning, Nursery Planning, Preschool Planning, Reception Planning, Babies | 0-1 Year, EYFS | 0-5 Years, Planning Provision Kits, High-Impact Q & V Banks, Hibernation, *Preschool | 3-4 Years, *Reception | 4-5 Years, Toddlers | 1-3 Years Tags Planning, On-going Observation & Assessment, Hibernation, Hibernation: High-Impact Question & Vocabulary Banks

Nocturnal Animals: High-Impact Question & Vocabulary Banks | EYFS Download

November 23, 2025 Stuart Murphy
Nocturnal Animals: High-Impact Question & Vocabulary Banks | EYFS Settings Download - Babies 0-18 Months | Toddlers 18-36 Months | Preschool 3-4 Years | Reception 4-5 Years

Nocturnal Animals: High-Impact Question & Vocabulary Banks | EYFS Settings Download - Babies 0-18 Months | Toddlers 18-36 Months | Preschool 3-4 Years | Reception 4-5 Years

Bring depth and scientific curiosity to your setting with our Nocturnal Animals High-Impact Question & Vocab Bank! This powerful EYFS planning resource is designed for UK Early Years practitioners seeking to deepen learning about the natural world and systematically enrich children's topic vocabulary and critical thinking skills.…

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In Bumper Pack, EYFS (0-5 Years) Planning, Childminder Planning, Nursery Planning, Preschool Planning, Reception Planning, Babies | 0-1 Year, EYFS | 0-5 Years, Planning Provision Kits, High-Impact Q & V Banks, Nocturnal Animals, *Preschool | 3-4 Years, *Reception | 4-5 Years, Toddlers | 1-3 Years Tags Planning, On-going Observation & Assessment, Nocturnal Animals: High-Impact Question & Vocabulary Banks, Nocturnal Animals

Christmas: High-Impact Question & Vocabulary Banks | EYFS Download

November 23, 2025 Stuart Murphy
Christmas: High-Impact Question & Vocabulary Banks | EYFS Settings Download - Babies 0-18 Months | Toddlers 18-36 Months | Preschool 3-4 Years | Reception 4-5 Years

Christmas: High-Impact Question & Vocabulary Banks | EYFS Settings Download - Babies 0-18 Months | Toddlers 18-36 Months | Preschool 3-4 Years | Reception 4-5 Years

Make your festive season learning rich, purposeful, and curriculum-focused with our Christmas High-Impact Question & Vocab Bank! This unique EYFS resource is specifically designed for UK Early Years practitioners who want to go beyond simple festive crafts and use the excitement of Christmas to drive significant language and cognitive development…

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In Bumper Pack, EYFS (0-5 Years) Planning, Childminder Planning, Nursery Planning, Preschool Planning, Reception Planning, Babies | 0-1 Year, EYFS | 0-5 Years, Planning Provision Kits, High-Impact Q & V Banks, Christmas, *Preschool | 3-4 Years, *Reception | 4-5 Years, Toddlers | 1-3 Years Tags Planning, On-going Observation & Assessment, Christmas: High-Impact Question & Vocabulary Banks, Christmas

Winter: High-Impact Question & Vocabulary Banks | EYFS Download

November 23, 2025 Stuart Murphy
Winter: High-Impact Question & Vocabulary Banks | EYFS Settings Download - Babies 0-18 Months | Toddlers 18-36 Months | Preschool 3-4 Years | Reception 4-5 Years

Winter: High-Impact Question & Vocabulary Banks | EYFS Settings Download - Babies 0-18 Months | Toddlers 18-36 Months | Preschool 3-4 Years | Reception 4-5 Years

Unlock the potential of every interaction with our brand-new High-Impact Question & Vocab Bank resource, expertly designed to elevate the quality of adult-child conversations within the EYFS framework. This essential EYFS planning aid moves beyond basic activity ideas…

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In Bumper Pack, EYFS (0-5 Years) Planning, Childminder Planning, Nursery Planning, Preschool Planning, Reception Planning, Babies | 0-1 Year, EYFS | 0-5 Years, Planning Provision Kits, Winter, High-Impact Q & V Banks, *Preschool | 3-4 Years, *Reception | 4-5 Years, Toddlers | 1-3 Years Tags Planning, On-going Observation & Assessment, Winter, Winter: High-Impact Question & Vocabulary Banks

Nocturnal Animals: Continuous Provision Enhancements Pack | EYFS Download

November 23, 2025 Stuart Murphy
Nocturnal Animals: Continuous Provision Enhancements Pack | EYFS Settings Download - Babies 0-18 Months | Toddlers 18-36 Months | Preschool 3-4 Years | Reception 4-5 Years

Nocturnal Animals: Continuous Provision Enhancements Pack | EYFS Settings Download - Babies 0-18 Months | Toddlers 18-36 Months | Preschool 3-4 Years | Reception 4-5 Years

Dive into the fascinating world of darkness and discovery with our expert Nocturnal Animals Continuous Provision Planning Pack! This unique and engaging theme offers countless opportunities for exploring the natural world, sensory play, and core scientific concepts. This resource is an invaluable aid for UK Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) practitioners…

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In In-The-Moment Planning, Bumper Pack, EYFS (0-5 Years) Planning, Childminder Planning, Nursery Planning, Preschool Planning, Reception Planning, Babies | 0-1 Year, EYFS | 0-5 Years, Cont. Prov. Enhancements, Continuous Provision, Planning Provision Kits, Nocturnal Animals, *Preschool | 3-4 Years, *Reception | 4-5 Years, Toddlers | 1-3 Years Tags Planning, On-going Observation & Assessment, Nocturnal Animals: Continuous Provision Enhancements Pack, Nocturnal Animals

Christmas: Continuous Provision Enhancements Pack | EYFS Download

November 23, 2025 Stuart Murphy
Christmas: Continuous Provision Enhancements Pack | EYFS Settings Download - Babies 0-18 Months | Toddlers 18-36 Months | Preschool 3-4 Years | Reception 4-5 Years

Christmas: Continuous Provision Enhancements Pack | EYFS Settings Download - Babies 0-18 Months | Toddlers 18-36 Months | Preschool 3-4 Years | Reception 4-5 Years

Are you looking for high-quality, developmentally appropriate Christmas continuous provision ideas for your EYFS setting? Our dedicated Christmas Planning Pack is here to support you! It offers a wealth of inspirational enhancements designed to spark curiosity, creativity, and deep learning across all areas of the EYFS curriculum during the festive season…

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In In-The-Moment Planning, Bumper Pack, EYFS (0-5 Years) Planning, Childminder Planning, Nursery Planning, Preschool Planning, Reception Planning, Babies | 0-1 Year, EYFS | 0-5 Years, Cont. Prov. Enhancements, Continuous Provision, Planning Provision Kits, Christmas, *Preschool | 3-4 Years, *Reception | 4-5 Years, Toddlers | 1-3 Years Tags Planning, On-going Observation & Assessment, Christmas: Continuous Provision Enhancements Pack, Christmas

Winter: Continuous Provision Enhancements Pack | EYFS Download

November 23, 2025 Stuart Murphy
Winter: Continuous Provision Enhancements Pack | EYFS Settings Download - Babies 0-18 Months | Toddlers 18-36 Months | Preschool 3-4 Years | Reception 4-5 Years

Winter: Continuous Provision Enhancements Pack | EYFS Settings Download - Babies 0-18 Months | Toddlers 18-36 Months | Preschool 3-4 Years | Reception 4-5 Years

Elevate your winter provision with our essential planning and provision aid, designed specifically for UK Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) practitioners. This comprehensive resource offers a rich bank of Continuous Provision Enhancement Ideas tailored around a captivating Winter theme…

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In In-The-Moment Planning, Bumper Pack, EYFS (0-5 Years) Planning, Childminder Planning, Nursery Planning, Preschool Planning, Reception Planning, Babies | 0-1 Year, EYFS | 0-5 Years, Cont. Prov. Enhancements, Continuous Provision, Planning Provision Kits, Winter, *Preschool | 3-4 Years, *Reception | 4-5 Years, Toddlers | 1-3 Years Tags Planning, On-going Observation & Assessment, Winter: Continuous Provision Enhancements Pack, Winter

In-the-Moment "Responsive" Planning Pack | EYFS Settings Download

October 18, 2025 Stuart Murphy

In-the-Moment "Responsive" Planning Toolkit | EYFS Settings Download

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.

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In Short-Term Planning, In-The-Moment Planning, Bumper Pack, EYFS (0-5 Years) Planning, Childminder Planning, Nursery Planning, Preschool Planning, Reception Planning, Babies | 0-1 Year, EYFS | 0-5 Years, Planning Provision Kits, *Preschool | 3-4 Years, *Reception | 4-5 Years, Toddlers | 1-3 Years Tags In-the-Moment "Responsive" Planning Pack, Planning, On-going Observation & Assessment
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