Prime Areas

The curriculum in EYFS meets the requirements set out in the revised Statutory Framework for the Early Years Foundation Stage, published in 31 March 2021. Curriculum planning focuses on the Early Learning Goals, which includes seven prime and specific areas of learning and development:

• Communication and language development involves giving children opportunities to experience a rich language environment; to develop their confidence and skills in expressing themselves; and to speak and listen in a range of situations.
• Physical development involves providing opportunities for young children to be active and interactive; and to develop their co-ordination, control and movement. Children must also be helped to understand the importance of healthy activity, and to make healthy choices in relation to food.
• Personal, social and emotional development involves helping children to develop a positive sense of themselves and others; to form positive relationships and develop respect for others; to develop social skills and learn how to manage their feelings; to understand appropriate behavior in groups; and to have confidence in their own abilities.