Early Years Foundation Stage Aims

At Cuddington and Dinton C of E School, our aim within the Early Years Foundation Stage is to nurture the well-being, learning and development of all our children and empower them to shine as individuals. We provide a happy, safe and stimulating environment, which allows all children to feel secure and valued. We provide a supportive and secure environment in which every child can flourish and learn at their own pace, in their own individual way, through adult directed and child-initiated activities.

Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum Intent

Children in our Early Years phase follow the Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum, which consists of seven areas of learning. Our curriculum enables every child to have access to a broad, balanced and engaging learning experience, through a variety of opportunities and experiences, which prepares them now and for the future schooling. Following personal interests and individual needs, allows us to plan and provide opportunities throughout our early years’ curriculum to support learning and development and help children achieve their next steps.

At the end of our Foundation stage we have 5 key aims that all children will learn and develop to ensure that they become effective learners throughout their time at Cuddington and Dinton School.

1. To become safe and considered risk takers. Children will be able to challenge themselves physically and mentally.
2. To become able communicators. Children will develop their ability to take turns, share and communicate themselves positively with others.
3. To become confident readers. To confidently blend and segment words and use a rich vocabulary.
4. To become confident at using a computer. Children will begin to use a desktop confidently in order to access key software such as Microsoft Word.
5. To become active learners. Children will develop their growth mind set and believe in themselves. They will understand that it is okay if things go wrong.