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Nursery Chains: EYFS - The journey begins

Nurseries are in the process of embedding EYFS, and each chain has its own way of implementing the new framework, discovers Karen Faux.

The big day has come and gone - the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) has truly arrived and nursery chains are in an upbeat mood. From now on it is all about getting on with the business of embedding the new framework and, having spent the past 12 months meticulously preparing for it, this is something they are equipped to do.

A lot of thought has gone into training over this period, and while chains have used different approaches, all have prioritised on ensuring every member of staff is involved.

At Children's Place in West Yorkshire, the emphasis has been on carefully phased training throughout its seven nurseries, starting with managers and cascading down to junior members of staff.

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