As we look to implement the EYFS I have been exploring how far we have already met the four themes, and in particular, Enabling Environments.
This has made me think about what exactly our children's environment is. It includes the obvious things such as the rooms, the garden and the children's access to resources and learning opportunities. It is this last aspect that we have been exploring in detail - how can we provide children with access to the widest range of learning opportunities.
I have helped my head of pre-school to introduce the topic of 'my community'. Within this we looked at what there is within our local area that we could tap into to enrich the children's understanding of themselves as part of a community. I felt it was important for them to appreciate where they and their families 'fit in' and how different people contribute to their lives.
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