The Early Years Foundation Stage places huge emphasis on reflective practice, and this is a theme that the Pre-School Learning Alliance is placing at the heart of its training programme.
The EYFS puts the onus on providers to consider ways in which they can continuously improve quality, whether or not they are already judged to be outstanding. Within the new framework, practitioners are encouraged to reflect upon the key issues that are vital for its success. However, the process of reflective practice does not just happen because someone says it should. For reflection to be really meaningful, it must begin with a shared overall aim to achieve effective early learning and positive experiences for children.
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