Send us a text Writing development continues to be one of the most challenging areas for early years educators to address, particularly as we approach end-of-year assessments. The conflict between developmental readiness and curriculum expectations creates a tension that can be difficult to navigate. But what if the solution isn't more formal writing sessions, but rather creating more compelling reasons for children to write? We dive deep into the realities of writing in reception classrooms...
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Send us a text Writing development continues to be one of the most challenging areas for early years educators to address, particularly as we approach end-of-year assessments. The conflict between developmental readiness and curriculum expectations creates a tension that can be difficult to navigate. But what if the solution isn't more formal writing sessions, but rather creating more compelling reasons for children to write? We dive deep into the realities of writing in reception classrooms...
Transitions in Early Years: Navigating The Summer Term
The Early Years Staff Meeting
46 minutes
8 months ago
Transitions in Early Years: Navigating The Summer Term
Send us a text Summer term brings a unique whirlwind of activity for Early Years educators—a constant mental hum that simply doesn't stop. Between writing dozens of reports, finalising assessment data, creating balanced class lists, and managing transitions, it truly exemplifies what Sarah and Steph call "teacher tired." This episode dives deep into the complex world of transitions in Early Years settings, exploring both the philosophical approaches and practical strategies that make t...
The Early Years Staff Meeting
Send us a text Writing development continues to be one of the most challenging areas for early years educators to address, particularly as we approach end-of-year assessments. The conflict between developmental readiness and curriculum expectations creates a tension that can be difficult to navigate. But what if the solution isn't more formal writing sessions, but rather creating more compelling reasons for children to write? We dive deep into the realities of writing in reception classrooms...
