English as an Additional Language

[2kidsunder5]

I am just going through my policies and procedures (using Sarah's checklist)

Can you think of anything I have missed on this policy, so far I have:

Committed to valuing the language and cultures of all children in my care.
Promote a positive attitude.
Provide opportunities to develop home language
Books, stories linking to different cultures, clear illustrations.
Work closely with family, obtain books and resources in home language
I will learn some words in home language
Use of flash cards in home language and english
Welcome poster to include home language

Having a touch of brain fade today (is it wine o clock yet?)

[sarah707]

I used the wording in the Eyfs - requirement 1.8

For children whose home language is not English, providers must take reasonable steps to provide opportunities for children to develop and use their home language in play and learning, supporting their language development at home. Providers must also ensure that children have sufficient opportunities to learn and reach a good standard in English language during the EYFS, ensuring children are ready to benefit from the opportunities available to them when they begin Year 1. When assessing communication, language and literacy skills, practitioners must assess children’s skills in English. If a child does not have a strong grasp of English language, practitioners must explore the child’s skills in the home language with parents and/or carers, to establish whether there is cause for concern about language delay.

hth

[2kidsunder5]

I used the wording in the Eyfs - requirement 1.8

For children whose home language is not English, providers must take reasonable steps to provide opportunities for children to develop and use their home language in play and learning, supporting their language development at home. Providers must also ensure that children have sufficient opportunities to learn and reach a good standard in English language during the EYFS, ensuring children are ready to benefit from the opportunities available to them when they begin Year 1. When assessing communication, language and literacy skills, practitioners must assess children’s skills in English. If a child does not have a strong grasp of English language, practitioners must explore the child’s skills in the home language with parents and/or carers, to establish whether there is cause for concern about language delay.

hth

Brilliant, thank you so much x