Standard 5
An Early Years Teacher must:
5. Adapt education and care to respond to the strengths and needs of all children
Standard 5 asks students to look closer at Standard 4 (plan education and care taking account of the needs of all children), and consider strategies that allow planning to cater for the individual child.
It is important not to overlook the more gifted children as well as those who may need extra support, finding ways to extend learning opportunities at appropriate levels.
There is an opportunity here to bring your theoretical knowledge into play, demonstrating your understanding of the factors involved in the ways children gain knowledge, those factors that can inhibit learning, and the general well-being and happiness of children in your care.
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