Ducklings Curriculum
The aim of our curriculum is to equip children with the skills and knowledge they need to explore and understand the world around them. The curriculum is based on the statutory Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and contains all 7 areas of learning. These are broken down below into the prime and specific areas.
We believe that children grow and develop when they have access to a well-thought-out learning environment and engaged adults.
The teaching and learning of new skills and knowledge are delivered through both adult and child-led opportunities, both indoors and outdoors.
We focus on the importance of knowledge and skills that will support children in every way possible so that they can make the most of opportunities and fulfil their potential, along with promoting their independence.
What are the 7 areas of learning in the EYFS?
The areas of learning are:
Prime Areas:
-Communication and language
-Personal, social and emotional development
- Physical development
Specific areas:
- Literacy
- Mathematics
- Understanding the world
- Expressive arts and design
What are the ratios of staff to children at Ducklings Preschool? We always following the correct childcare ratio’s set out by Ofsted:
Under 2 year olds – 1:3 staff to child ratio
2 year olds – 1:5 staff to child ratio
3 years and above – 1:8 or 1:13*
*The 1:13 ratio applies only when a person with Qualified Teacher Status, Early Years Professional Status, Early Years Teacher Status, or another approved qualification is working directly with the children.