We use the Characteristics of Effective Learning to guide our judgements on what provision is needed to facilitate learning. We are constantly experimenting with the continuous provision within the unit to ensure it is purposeful and effective. We endeavour to have a mastery approach to every aspect of learning, meaning children are encouraged to answer reasoning questions to show fluency and an in-depth understanding of concepts.

We greatly believe that questioning is key to good teaching and learning practice. Questioning expands ideas and thoughts. In addition, it provides a scaffold for those learners who require support in certain concepts.

In our unit, learners begin to self-select activities which supports their ability to become independent, take ownership and understand their own sense of self-worth. As we begin to develop free flow in the unit, we see learners having more opportunities to interact with adults and children outside their own classroom which helps them gain more confidence and understand the importance of interacting successfully with others.

The seven areas of learning and development within the EYFS are equally important and inter-connected. Three areas are particularly crucial for igniting children’s curiosity and enthusiasm for learning, and for building their capacity to learn, form relationships and thrive.

The three most important components being the Core Programme of: