EYFS Unit

Our Early Years is setup as a unit with children from 3-5 years old accessing our inspiring learning environment which consists of 6 learning zones: a creative space, an outdoor construction zone and an area for outdoor physical development.  Our learning environment follows the Curiosity Approach and the learning environment is inspired by aspects of the Reggio Emilio and Early Excellence approaches which both encourage the use of natural resources and calm colours. Following aspects of these approaches, the learning environment is intended to be the third teacher and should be aesthetically pleasing with purposeful, real-life resources, giving the children opportunities to learn and grow in their own way.

Our aim is to support our children to develop into creative, independent learners through meaningful adult interactions, sparking curiosity and inspiring imagination through their play.

To find out more, call 01937 832899 or email schooloffice@rs.starmat.uk

What we learn and how we learn

Download the EYFS framework from the DFE here. This is our curriculum, informing us what the children should be learning in Early Years nationally. 

We also refer to Development Matters, a document produced by the DfE to guide practitioners about how to help our children meet their developmental needs according to the EYFS Framework. 

Have you ever wondered how we know our children are making progress in Early Years?

This document is a really useful visual to show progression in areas such as mark making (early writing).

Riverside Progression EYFS.pdf

Stay and Play Sessions. 

We welcome visits into our EYFS Unit. Contact the school office to arrange a tour.

We will also be opening our doors for stay and play sessions every half term. 

The dates for 2023/2024 are:

Key documents