Early years

The Early Years Consultants are all qualified teachers and experienced EYFS specialists with a range of knowledge across the EYFS curriculum, and an understanding of the pedagogical approaches of early years teaching and learning

We support settings and schools to

develop effective Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) provision and practice
access Inclusion advice for children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), and English as an Additional Language (EAL)
engage with the Early Years Consultancy Team

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Early years ONE Devon
Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
Two-year-old progress check
Resources for schools with early years provision
Early years: SEND and inclusion
Transitions and starting school
Closing the word gap resources
English as an additional language
Children in care
Meet the team
Shop for early years support
Early years - useful links and publications

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If you have early years or childcare provision (or both) in your school you can stay up-to-date with the latest developments, initiatives and training opportunities through our early years and childcare communications system.

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