A professional guidance document supporting responsive teaching, proportionate assessment and secure EYFSP judgements in Reception.
Read moreReception Curriculum Phase Framework | 4-5 Years
A structured, phase-based approach to medium-term curriculum planning in Reception, supporting progression, depth and developmentally appropriate practice across the year.
Read moreReception Curriculum Progression Maps Toolkit | 4-5 Years
A comprehensive professional toolkit outlining learning progression across the Reception year, aligned with the EYFS framework and EYFSP expectations.
Read moreWhy Themes Are Optional in Reception | 4-5 Years
A professional leadership guidance document explaining the role of themes within a coherent, curriculum-led Reception approach.
Read moreHow to Use the Reception Pathway | 4-5 Years
This document is designed to help practitioners and leaders understand how to navigate and use the Reception Pathway effectively.
Read moreAbout Our Reception Curriculum Phase Framework | 4-5 Years
A professional guidance document explaining the rationale and structure behind our phase-based approach to Reception curriculum design.
Read moreBirth–5 Coherence Overview | Childminder Guidance
How Childminder Pedagogy Aligns With Baby, Toddler, Preschool & Reception Frameworks - A professional overview supporting coherent, inspection-ready understanding of birth–five EYFS practice in childminding settings.
Read moreUsing Tier 3 Professional Membership as a Childminder
How Curriculum & Pedagogy Guidance Complements Printable Resources
Read moreExplaining EYFS to Families | Childminder (Mixed-Age)
Helping Parents Understand Learning Through Play and Care - A professional guidance document supporting clear, reassuring communication with families about EYFS practice in childminding settings.
Read moreParent Communication Templates | Childminder (Mixed-Age)
Daily Updates, Transitions and Shared Information - An optional set of professional templates supporting clear, respectful communication with families in childminding settings.
Read moreA Week in the Life of a Childminder | Mixed-Age Guidance
Illustrating High-Quality EYFS Practice in a Home-Based Setting - An illustrative practice guide showing how EYFS principles are lived through everyday childminding routines.
Read moreSafeguarding & Welfare Overview | Childminder (Mixed-Age)
Clarifying Expectations and Responsibilities in Childminding Practice - A professional guidance document supporting confident safeguarding and welfare practice in home-based EYFS settings.
Read moreEYFS Language for Inspection Conversations | Childminder Guidance
Guidance for Childminders | Key Phrases and Explanations Rooted in Practice - A professional guidance document supporting confident, authentic inspection conversations in childminding settings.
Read moreInspection Confidence for Childminders
Articulating Quality EYFS Practice in Home-Based Settings - A professional guidance document supporting calm, confident inspection conversations in childminding settings.
Read moreOutdoor & Community Learning Guidance | Childminder (Mixed-Age)
Learning Beyond the Home Environment - A professional guidance document supporting confident, intentional EYFS learning beyond the home in childminding settings.
Read moreProvision Rotation & Resource Selection Toolkit | Childminder (Mixed-Age)
Keeping Provision Fresh Without Overwhelm - A professional guidance toolkit supporting intentional, manageable provision in childminding settings.
Read moreTransition Record Template - Optional | Childminder (Mixed-Age)
Supporting Continuity of Care and Learning - An optional professional template supporting smooth, child-centred transitions in childminding settings.
Read moreProgress Summary Template - Optional | Childminder (Mixed-Age)
Supporting Transitions and Communication with Families and Schools - A professional guidance document supporting clear, proportionate information sharing in childminding settings.
Read moreProgress Summaries & Transition Records | Childminder Guidance
Supporting Transitions and Communication with Families and Schools - A professional guidance document supporting clear, proportionate information sharing in childminding settings.
Read moreSEND & Early Identification in Childminding Settings | Mixed-Age
Observing Patterns, Adapting Practice, Seeking Support - A professional guidance document supporting confident, inclusive EYFS practice and early identification in home-based childminding settings.
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