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. It involves observing children's interests and using these to guide and extend their learning.

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 comprehensive pack features:

"In the Moment" Responsive Planning Sheet

This is a simple document that can be kept on a clipboard. While in-the-moment planning reduces paperwork, documentation is still a crucial part of the process. Written planning is done retrospectively to record the learning that has already occurred. The goal is to keep it simple and focused.

Vocabulary & Question Banks (age 2-3) (age 4-5)

An invaluable resource list of open-ended questions and high-impact vocabulary to refer to for each Area of Learning. Moving from "What are you doing?" to more effective prompts.

Prompts that promote Metacognitive Awareness

These short prompts are designed to get children thinking about their own thinking!

"Adult's Role" Guidance Sheets

These simple one-page sheets offer a quick reminder of the different roles an adult can take in a child's play.

·         The Facilitator: How to set up an enabling environment.

·         The Co-Play Partner: How to play alongside the child to model and extend learning.

·         The Observer: How to step back and watch the child's independent learning.

Informative posters:

- The Teachable Moment and the Role of the Practitioner

- Documentation and Record-Keeping

- The Enabling Environment

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