It has long been established that the Early Years Foundation Stage is a phase in its own right. However, Government plans to bring greater alignment between the EYFS goals and learning expectations in Key Stage 1 (KS1) once again call into question whether governments truly understand the special and particular nature of the learning and development that takes place from birth to five.
Many early years specialists would rather see the alignment reflect the need for continuity between EYFS and KS1 and for this continuity to greater reflect the developmental needs of young children, rather than a pressurised rush to achieve standards that are not in line with children’s natural growth and development – and are in danger of damaging their well-being.
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