Narrowing the gap

Early years foundation stage (EYFS) framework

All children deserve to have an equal chance of success. High quality early education is good for all children. It is especially important for children from disadvantaged backgrounds.

Statutory framework for the early years foundation stage (EYFS)

Training

• Bitesize training – Key features of effective practice 1 - The best for every child: equality/inclusion/deprivation
• Narrowing the gap - supporting disadvantaged children
• Equalities in the early years
• Children who are looked after (CLA) and adopted children: Recognising and meeting the needs of our vulnerable children.
• Supporting English as Additional Language (EAL) Learners

Publications

Visit the publications for sale page to view and order publications including the following resources:

• Equality in the early years
• Supporting English as an additional language (EAL) learners in the early years
• New arrivals, refugees and asylum seekers – A guide for early years practitioners

Tools

Early years pupil premium

Our guide early years pupil premium (EYPP) funding includes a video you can watch to find out about early years pupil premium and details of how to claim and use EYPP funding.