1. Early Years presentation
Curriculum – Philosophy – Expectations

2. Our curriculum Kijk: Dutch EY curriculum
EYFS: Early Years Foundation Stage
ILD: Interactive Learning Diary

3. Our Philosophy: Child centred learning

4. I see…I think…I wonder…
Our Philosophy: Deepening learning
I see…I think…I wonder…

5. Our Philosophy: Self expression
100 languages of children. Imagination and creativity are so important.

6. Parent involvement…yes please!

7. Nursery One – 2 turning 3 Working alongside others and familiar adult
Joining in whole class activities – songs, stories
Confident to talk within the classroom after settling in period
Commences potty training
Expresses own interests

8. Nursery One – 2 turning 3 Beginning to mark make
Growing independence in self care, e.g. washing hands
Showing an interest in their environment
Begins to play make-believe
Experiments with construction materials

9. N1: Discovery

10. Nursery Two: 3 turning 4 Extending play ideas in a group
Making friendships
Begins to use number words in their play
Fully toilet trained
Enjoys carrying out tasks for their teacher

11. Nursery Two: 3 turning 4 Gives meaning to marks they make
Describes themselves positively and talks about own abilities
Interested in the lives of others they know
Able to hold a simple conversation with explanations
Attentive during story time and beginning to talk about books

12. N2: Curiosity

13. Kindergarten One: 4 turning 5
Works collaboratively to achieve a common goal
Extends imaginary play ideas to evolve group play
Able to represent ideas, thoughts and feelings through art, music, dance, role play, etc. The 100 Languages Theory
Able to hold a two way conversation, taking into account what others say

14. Kindergarten One: 4 turning 5
Interested in writing own name
Beginning to hear the letter sounds in words
Uses counting words to 10 confidently to achieve a purpose
Constructs with clear purpose in mind
Can use most of the classroom tools effectively and safely

15. K1: Relationships & Resourcefulness

16. Kindergarten Two: 5 turning 6
Beginning to develop a deeper understanding of empathy
Starting to take more responsibility over actions
Is interested in, and wants a greater involvement in, school life
Confidently and accurately talks about past and future events
Group play is collaborative, cooperative and highly imaginative

17. Kindergarten Two: 5 turning 6
Can write own name and is interested in writing friends names
Becomes more interested in letters / writing in the environment
May begin reading and writing simple words and phrases
Confident counting objects / discussing numbers in real life situations

18. K2: Bakery

19. K2: Writing letters to loved ones