The interim report of the independent review by Sir Jim Rose proposes bringing in a new primary school curriculum based on six areas of learning to tie in with the Early Years Foundation Stage and enable a smoother transition for children between early years and primary school.
The final report, due in 2009, will also make recommendations about where the two early learning goals on literacy should fall between the EYFS and Key Stage 1.
The report said, 'Evidence suggests that children would benefit if the Key Stage 1 curriculum, particularly in Year One, provided more opportunities for exploratory play. At the same time, some children starting primary education will be ready for more formal learning.'
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