Early Years

The Early Years Foundation Stage extends from birth to five and is underpinned by the EYFS Statutory framework .  The EYFS Statutory Framework is for all early years providers in England: It outlines the statutory requirements in the following areas:

Early Help is about identifying the needs of children and families at an early stage to prevent problems escalating, and empowering families to seek and accept tailored, coordinated support that improves the lives of individual children, young people and whole families.

The term ‘early years’ refers to a specific period of time between birth and age five. During this time young children consolidate, through play and exploration, the abilities, knowledge and skills that provide the foundation for their future progress through school and life.