Early Years and Childcare Element 1

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  • Types of Educational Settings
    • Maintained Schools
    • Non-Maintained Schools
    • Voluntary
    • Private
    • Statutory/Maintained
    • Independent
    • Homeschooling
  • Types of Maintained Schools
    • Community schools
    • Voluntary Controlled Schools
    • Voluntary Aided Schools
    • Foundation Schools
    • Trust schools
  • Types of Non-Maintained Schools
    • Academies and Free Schools
    • Private Schools
    • Home Schooling
  • Children must start full-time education once they reach compulsory school age. This is on the 31st of December, 31st of March, or 31st of August following their 5th birthday, whichever comes first
  • Voluntary settings

    • Funded by donations
    • May be run by a charity
    • Parents may have to pay donations to cover costs
    • Run by volunteers, not by paid staff or government agencies
    • Can operate in various fields such as education, health, social services, environment, arts, sports
    • Can have different structures and governance models
    • Benefit from various sources of funding such as donations, grants, memberships, sponsorships
  • Private educational settings
    • Not funded by the government, charges fees to attend
    • Does not have to follow the national curriculum, can create its own educational program
    • Must be registered with the government and inspected regularly
    • May have more freedom to change the way it operates
    • May specialize in teaching children with special educational needs
  • Statutory/Maintained educational settings
    • Funded and controlled by the local authority or the government
    • Follow the national curriculum and are inspected by Ofsted
    • Include community schools, foundation schools, voluntary aided schools, voluntary controlled schools, and academies
    • Governing body responsible for strategic direction, policies, budget, staffing, and performance
    • Headteacher accountable for quality of education and welfare of pupils
  • Independent educational settings
    • Have own governance structure and policies not controlled by public authority or religious organization
    • Charge tuition fees and/or receive donations
    • Offer curriculum different from national or regional standards
    • Hire teachers and staff who meet own qualifications
    • Enroll students based on admission criteria
  • Homeschooling settings
    • Operated by parents or guardians educating children at home
    • May follow a curriculum or learning approach that suits needs and interests
    • Involve various resources and activities
    • Require registration and compliance with laws and regulations
    • Offer benefits such as flexibility and individualization, but also challenges such as isolation and increased workload for parents or guardians
  • Childminder
    1. Professional carer who looks after children in their own home
    2. Must register with Ofsted or a childminder agency and meet certain requirements
    3. Can offer flexible hours and a range of activities for children of different ages
    4. May expand business by employing assistants or working with another childminder
    5. Must report any significant events or changes
  • Early Year’s Settings - Nannies
    • A nanny setting provides care for children in the home of a registered nanny
    • A nanny has completed a training course and met the requirements to provide childcare in their own home
    • A nanny setting offers flexible and personalized care for children of different ages and needs
    • A nanny setting operates by following standards and regulations set by the relevant authority
    • A nanny setting keeps records of children's attendance, development, and well-being, and communicates regularly with parents or guardians
  • Early Year’s Settings - Nursery
    • A nursery setting cares for and educates children under the age of five
    • A nursery operates according to standards and regulations set by the government and local authority
    • A nursery provides a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment for children to learn and develop
    • A nursery offers activities that support children's physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development
    • A nursery works in partnership with parents and carers to meet individual needs and interests
    • A nursery monitors and assesses children's progress and achievements using observation and documentation methods
    • A nursery follows a curriculum covering all areas of learning and development as outlined in the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework
  • Alternative Education – Forest Schools
    • A forest school fosters children's curiosity, creativity, confidence, and resilience through hands-on learning experiences in nature
    • A forest school operates with a small group of children and a qualified leader guiding them through various activities
    • A forest school follows a child-led approach allowing children to choose their activities while the leader provides support and guidance
    • A forest school respects the natural environment and teaches children to care for it using sustainable materials
  • Alternative Education – Montessori Schools

    • A Montessori school follows the principles and methods of the Montessori Method developed by Dr. Maria Montessori
    • The Montessori Method is based on self-directed activity, hands-on learning, and collaborative play
    • Montessori classrooms feature hands-on materials promoting sensory exploration, fine motor skills development, and intellectual growth
    • Montessori classrooms include students of different ages, fostering community and collaboration
    • Montessori students have freedom to choose activities balanced by clear boundaries and rules
    • Teachers observe each child's progress and tailor lessons to meet individual needs and interests
  • Alternative Education – Waldorf Schools
    • Inspired by the educational philosophy of Rudolf Steiner, covering infant education through Secondary School
    • Different stages of child development focus on practical, artistic, and intellectual skills
    • Individual teachers have autonomy in curriculum content, teaching methods, and governance
    • It integrates a
  • Education levels covered

    • Infant education
    • Secondary School
    • Post 16
  • Creativity in learning
    • Focuses on practical, artistic, and intellectual skills
    • Gives teachers autonomy in curriculum content, teaching methods, and governance
    • Integrates arts, crafts, music, movement, and storytelling into the daily life of the classroom
    • Minimizes the use of textbooks, tests, grades, and homework, relies on student portfolios and oral feedback
    • Respects the diversity of students' backgrounds, abilities, interests, and learning styles
  • Post 16 education options

    • School sixth forms
    • Sixth-form colleges
    • General further education and tertiary colleges
    • Private, independent and voluntary providers
    • Employers
    • Special colleges (e.g., agricultural)
    • Art, design and performing arts colleges
    • Higher education institutions
  • Education institutions conduct research and evaluation on education policies and outcomes
  • The Department of Education – Early Years Settings provides funding and guidance for early years providers, such as nurseries, preschools, and childminders, to help them deliver high-quality education and care
  • The Department of Education – Early Years Settings monitors and inspects the quality and safety of early years settings

    Using the Ofsted framework and the Early Years Foundation Stage statutory guidance
  • The Department of Education – Early Years Settings supports the professional development and training of early years staff

    Through qualifications, apprenticeships, and continuing professional development opportunities
  • The Department of Education – Early Years Settings promotes the well-being and learning outcomes of children in early years settings

    By ensuring they have access to a rich and varied environment that supports their physical, emotional, social, and cognitive development
  • Regulations in early years settings
    • Rules and standards that govern the quality and safety of childcare provision for children aged 0 to 5 years old
    • Set by the government and enforced by Ofsted
    • Cover various aspects such as staff qualifications, child-to-staff ratios, safeguarding, health and hygiene, learning and development, and parental involvement
    • Aim to ensure all children have access to high-quality early education and care that supports their well-being and development
  • Ethos in education

    Set of values and beliefs that shape the culture and character of a school
  • The Prevent Duty is a legal obligation for certain public sector organisations in the UK to have due regard to the need to prevent people from being drawn into terrorism
  • The Prevent Duty aims to safeguard vulnerable individuals from radicalisation and extremism
    And to support them to access appropriate services and interventions
  • Sectors covered by the Prevent Duty
    • Education, health, social care, criminal justice, local authorities, and faith institutions
  • The Prevent Duty requires organisations to assess the risk of radicalisation

    And to implement policies and procedures to mitigate this risk
  • The Prevent Duty involves providing training and awareness-raising for staff and stakeholders

    And working in partnership with other agencies and communities to share information and best practices
  • British values
    • Democracy
    • The rule of law
    • Individual liberty
    • Mutual respect and tolerance
  • British values promote an understanding that celebrates the diversity of the UK
  • British values relevant to education
    • Democracy
    • The rule of law
    • Individual liberty
    • Mutual respect and tolerance of different faiths and beliefs
  • Education is a key way of promoting and instilling British values in young people and preparing them for life in modern Britain
  • General roles in education
    • Early Years Practitioner
    • Early Years Educator
    • Room Leader
    • Teaching Assistant
    • Teacher/Lecturer
    • Head Teacher
  • An early years practitioner is responsible for providing a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment for young children
  • An early years practitioner is expected to plan and deliver activities appropriate for the age and stage of the children, based on their interests and needs
  • Early Years Educator (EYE)

    • Work with children between the ages of zero and five
    • Experts in early childhood development
    • Plan and deliver engaging lesson plans and activities
    • Monitor students' progress
    • Create a safe environment for children's development through play
    • Follow the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) guidance
  • Room Leader
    • Qualified early years professional responsible for the day-to-day running of a nursery or preschool room
    • Support/supervise staff team
    • Create a high-quality learning environment
    • Help staff develop and learn new skills
  • Teaching Assistant (TA)

    • Provide support to students who need it most
    • Work closely with teachers to help children with reading, writing, and learning activities
    • Tasks can include one-to-one support, reading sessions, intervention work, creating displays, running clubs, and supervising playground
    • Complete paperwork to track student progress
    • Design activities for students based on their needs
    • Liaise with outside agencies and health care professionals