The EYFS 2008 clearly stated: 'Parents are children's first and most enduring educators. When parents and practitioners work together in early years settings, the results have a positive impact on children's learning and development'. The revised EYFS 2012 continues to strengthen this, mentioning parents more than 50 times in the statutory framework alone. Furthermore, it requires that practitioners discuss with parents how they can support learning at home (para 2.5) and that parents must know how the setting delivers the EYFS and how it can access additional information (para 3.72).
So, how can settings work in full partnership with parents in a way that supports their child's learning and can be demonstrated during an inspection?
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