Welcome to this EYFS audio book, where we present the Early Years Foundation Stage statutory framework in a clear and accessible way. The EYFS sets the national standards for early years care, learning and development, making sure every child from birth to five is safe, supported and given the best possible start.
Section 3 is essential listening for anyone working in early years: practitioners, leaders, managers, safeguarding leads, support staff and those responsible for maintaining high‑quality practice in group‑based or school‑based settings. If your role involves caring for children aged 0 to 5, then understanding these safeguarding and welfare requirements isn’t optional—it’s a legal duty, and it’s central to creating environments where children can thrive.
This audio book presents Section 3 of the EYFS, which focuses on safeguarding and welfare. You’ll hear about the policies and procedures every setting must have in place, the standards for staff suitability and training, expectations around supervision, first aid, behaviour support, SEND considerations, health and safety, and keeping accurate records. This section sets the foundation for keeping children safe, and ensuring your setting meets its statutory responsibilities every single day.
Full text version available here:
https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/68c024cb8c6d992f23edd79c/Early_years_foundation_stage_statutory_framework_-_for_group_and_school-based_providers.pdf.pdf
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