The entitlement and provision for early years education is funded by the government via local authorities and is accessable for young children for up to two years, prior to going to school. The Every Child Matters and the Childcare Act 2006, are government agenda 's that decree that every child between the age of 3 and 4 is entitled to have free early years education for the two consecutive years, but is limited to 15 hours over a 38 week period in a year. The motive behind this initiative is ensuring that children from disadvantaged and under privileged backgrounds have equal opportunities to advantaged children, once they reach the schooling age, and parents are not expected to finacially contributed during their child 's early years education unless their child exceeds the …show more content…
There are certain academic targets within the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) that aren 't schooling in its usual format, but are based on the idea of learning and are usually conducted in a more playfull manner, designed to harness the learning aspects of children 's playtime. An excellent example of learning through play is, though not relevant to standard education as such, is that children who may play with toy cars or trucks may find driving or vehicle related activities easier in the future. The EYFS delivery across the UK differs depending on location.
English schools deliver the EYFS curriculum in school nurseries and reception classes, and since the end of 2012, it has been contained one standard framework against which all learning, care and development is measured for children from the day they 're born until the end of their year in reception. Children undergoing the EYFS curriculum in England range from 3-5 years.
In Wales, the curriculum is referred to as the Early Years Foundation Phase, including Key Stage 1 of the National Curriculum, as well as the standard Early Years Learning. Children in Wales who learn against the Early Years Foundation Phase are aged between 3-7
The foundation phase engages parents because the school setting should have an open door policy. This is where the setting allows the parents to come into the setting whenever instead of making appointments. Another way that foundation phase engages parents is having observations and assessment, this is where the practitioner does assessments so they can learn about the child’s development, their interests and most importantly their needs if they have any. Main my setting the staff would share their planning with the child’s parent or carer. This will give the staff the opportunity to ask parents/carers about any ideas relating to the learning environment or management of the setting.
The Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) was introduced into England and Wales to try and provide a standard framework for childrenâ€TMs care, learning and development. It followed on from the government report Every Child Matters (ECM) which described how all children should achieve outcomes; • Staying safe • Being healthy • Enjoying and achieving • Making a positive contribution • Achieving economic well-being The government provides funding for every child aged 3 and 4 to receive 15 hours a week Early Years education (38 weeks a year). This follows the EYFS and it enables children from all social backgrounds to have the same opportunity to receive education and therefore more easily achieve the outcomes above.
As practitioners, it’s our responsibility to look after the children in our care and to help us do this we have the E.Y.F.S ‘The Early Years Foundation Stage’ which took effect from September 2008 for certain parts of the UK and it includes the legislation and standards for keeping children safe. Some of the legislation which is included in the eyfs is: • The health and safety at work act 1974 • (COSHH) The control of substances hazardous to health • Childcare Act 2006 • The food safety Act 1990
The EYFS has three documents; statutory frameworks, two year old assessment and development matters. The EYFS should be used until the end of reception year. There are several areas of learning and development, they are; personal social and emotional, physical, communication and language, literacy, numeracy, understanding the world and expressive arts and design. The prime areas are; personal social and emotional, physical and communication and language. These are the areas that children should be able to do before the more specific areas- literacy, numeracy, understanding the world and expressive arts and design.
The children Act 1989 states that 'the welfare of the child is paramount' this means the child's health and social life is important no matters what and all the service agencies should cooperate together to give the best to the child as possible. Especially for the child's parents helping them understand their roles and responsibilities within the family. The general idea of how to look after a child
Head Start programs serve children birth to age five that are in low-income and at risk households. This program focuses on school readiness. School readiness is a huge thing these days, with there are many different programs that you can use besides just going to an actual school. ‘Just participating in Head Start for one year might not be sufficient intervention for low-income children who face many cumulative risk factors.’ (Lee) Schooling is an important part in a child's life because it prepares them for their future.
National policies, strategies and initiatives Early year’s foundation stage (EYFS) policy set standard for school leaders, childcare providers, school staff and child minders. It stipulates that nursery setting must ensure the safety and health of children. The standards also make sure that every child of the school going age has access to education. EYFS set standard that make sure children acquire quality education to help them develop as well as learn (EYFS, 2016).
There are many types of schools education stages. From the age 0-5 your child can attend pre-school and nursery, including day nurseries. This is mainly where the children can play but also has a small level of education in preparation for school. Children begin a reception class in a primary school from 4-5 which is when compulsory education begins.
The Open University of Hong Kong Li Ka Shing Institute of Professional and Continuing Education PTD38 Higher Diploma in Early Childhood Education (2014-2015) ASSIGNMENT 1 MY PHILOSOPHY OF EDUCATION Student Number: 11396646 Student: CHENG KA YIU, YOYO Class: U09A Course Code: EDU4017EP Course Title: Introduction to Early Childhood Education Instructor: Ms. Hailey Chan Programme Leader: Dr. Eunice Yim Submission Date: 14 November 2014
Home assignment #3 Educational system reflect social inequalities. And my analysis include sociological conflict theory like a key. And economical factor that affect educational, professional and social progression. Social conflict theory sees social life as a competition and focuses on the distribution of resources, power, and inequality. Social conflict theory is a macro-oriented paradigm in sociology that views society as an arena of inequality that generates conflict and social change.
Introduction Educational equality and equity is very depended on two most important factors, such as fairness and inclusion. Fairness entails that factors particular to one 's personal conditions should not inhibit with the potential of academic success. The second imperative factor is inclusion, which states that a complete standard that slights to everyone in a certain education system. These two factors are closely associated and are reliant on on each other for true academic success of an educational system. The increasing significance of education equity is based on the foundation that an individual’s level of education directly relates to future quality of life.
There are a great number of studies that state that the first five years of a child’s development are the most important and that they will set the tone for the child’s ability to learn, socialize, and be a successful member of society. Because of this, proponents believe that preschool should become mandatory for all children. While this might seem like a good solution to some, preschool should not be mandatory for all children before they enter kindergarten. There are many factors to be considered in a child 's early development and to put a blanket demand on entering preschool, could be a disservice to some children based on parental influences, environmental factors, and the level of education and care being given in a particular home childcare
Housing and Education: Access to stable affordable housing can greatly improve children’s performance in school as it gives them the much-needed sense of stability and security. Homeownership is very conducive to the academic success of children. Habitat of Humanity of San Antonio summarizes the impact that homeownership can have on children’s education by citing the following results of various studies: “Compared to children of renters (of the same age, income, race, etc.), children of homeowners: • Are 25% more likely to graduate from high school • Are 116% more likely to graduate from college • Have 9% higher math scores • Have 7% higher reading scores • Have 3% fewer behavior problems and • Save taxpayers an estimated $34,000
What’s the effect of compulsory education in China Children are important because they are the future of a country. So, education for children is necessary and compulsory education can make sure most of children can be educated. In the past, Chinese didn’t have enough money to execute compulsory education. After doing much effort, compulsory education was executed in 1986. The compulsory education system causes many effect and issues.
Education is a huge issue that not only affects kids and their parents, but their community as well. Schools teach young kids to become the next generation of engineers, technicians, and political leaders, working towards creating a better future for their country and their community. Teachers have the unique job of creating the future leaders of the world, and preparing them for both college and life beyond, by putting a special push towards math and science, the so-called “foundation” of our society. The hard truth is, no one can be anything they want to be. Some people are simply not cut out to be engineers, doctors, or psychologists.