The book is about things that your child can do and say, things your child learns at home, outside and at the centre, whether with family or friends.

You contribute to the book by writing, gluing and sticking photos and artwork by your child.

Ask our friendly playroom staff about My Journey Book, they will be happy to help you get started.

What to Expect and When?

Guidance to your child’s learning and development in the early years foundation stage

The Early Years Foundation Stage Framework (EYFS) sets out the learning and development stages for children as they grow from birth to five years. For those working in the early years – whether in a nursery, pre-school, a childminder or in a reception class in school – the EYFS outlines what they need to do to support your child.

The purpose of this booklet is to help you as a parent/carer* find out more about how your child is learning and developing during their first five years, in relation to the EYFS. Children develop more rapidly during the first five years of their lives than at any other time. This booklet has been written to help you as a parent know what to expect during these vitally important years by focusing on the seven areas of learning and development which are covered in the EYFS.

In this guide, your child’s first five years have been divided up into six age bands which overlap. This is because every child is different and children do not grow and develop at the same rate. It highlights what you might notice your child doing at these points.

What to expect and when