Early Years Foundation Stage reforms

Closed 31 Jan 2020

Opened 24 Oct 2019

Contact

01325 340589

EYFS.consultation@education.gov.uk

Overview

We are seeking views on proposed changes to the statutory framework for the early years foundation stage.

Why your views matter

The aim of this consultation is to seek views from interested parties on proposed changes to the statutory framework for the early years foundation stage.  

This consultation seeks views on:

  • Proposed revisions to the educational programmes;
  • Proposed revisions to the early learning goals;
  • Proposed changes to the assessment and moderation process for the early years foundation stage profile;
  • A proposed change to the safeguarding and welfare requirements to promote good oral health.

Audiences

  • Teachers
  • Headteachers
  • School support staff
  • Early learning and childcare providers
  • Training providers
  • Local authorities
  • SENCOs
  • Parents
  • Foster carers
  • Adoptive parents
  • Unions and representative organisations
  • Those researching children’s social care or education systems, with links to educational outcomes of Children in Need

Interests

  • Early learning and childcare
  • Early years foundation stage
  • Primary assessment