3.3

[Debbieanne]

Can any one confirm what 3.3 eyfs covers. thanks

[Debbieanne]

The learning environment.then why in the practice guidance is 3.3 safe guarding and promoting children's welfare.

[sarah707]

Are you talking about the themes and commitments of the Eyfs?

Or something else? :D

[Debbieanne]

The 4 themes yes.
But in the big book 3.3 is something different, no wonder people get confused with eyfs!

[sarah707]

The themes and commitments are linked to the Every Child Matters outcomes and stand alone really.

I use them for self evaluation - how I am doing against them and how I might do better.

I find some of them quite cumbersome and feel they have been stretched to fit which is a pity because the thinking behind them is sound.

I am not sure what else you are referring to with 3.3 though... the Eyfs statutory framework and guidance doesn't have numbers.

:D

[Debbieanne]

I refer to the practice guidance for the eyfs - page 14.
Sara whats the best book to buy to focus on observations?

[sarah707]

I refer to the practice guidance for the eyfs - page 14.
Sara whats the best book to buy to focus on observations?

Oh those! I have read through them but more than that... :rolleyes:

They are a re-hash of the statutory requirements really showing how it all fits together with the themes and commitments.

I wouldn't worry about them too much if I were you.

Best observations e-book is number 14 - it covers everything to do with observing children... or there's a mini which talks about the 'I CAN' method of observation.

Hth :D

[Debbieanne]

You're a great help thankyou sarah.... i wish you live in Rugby!!