When did the EYFS become statutory?
The Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) 2012 Please note that the EYFS 2012 is statutory until 1st September 2014 when the 2014 EYFS document becomes statutory.
Is the EYFS framework statutory?
The standards that school and childcare providers must meet for the learning, development and care of children from birth to 5.
Why was the EYFS introduced in 2008?
In 2008 the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) was introduced to provide a framework which could deliver consistent and high quality environments for all children in pre-school settings, recognising the importance of this period in a child’s life.
What does statutory mean EYFS?
The Statutory Framework for the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) sets the standards for promoting the learning, development and safety of children from birth to five years in Ofsted registered settings.
What is statutory guidance in childcare?
Statutory guidance sets out what schools and local authorities must do to comply with the law. You should follow the guidance unless you have a good reason not to. An operational guide for local authorities and early years providers and a model agreement for free early years provision and childcare are also available.
Why is the Childcare Act 2006 important?
The Childcare Act 2006 requires local authorities to improve the outcomes for all young children, reduce inequalities, and to ensure that there is sufficient high quality integrated early years provision and childcare for parents locally.
What is the Eyfs 2017?
The Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) sets standards for the learning, development and care of children from birth to 5 years old. It gives all professionals a set of common principles and commitments to deliver quality early education and childcare experiences to all children.
What does the Childcare Act 2006 say?
