The question of risk assessment was raised in Dame Clare Tickell's review of the Early Years Foundation Stage and is now up for discussion in the Government consultation on the revised framework. So, do you get stressed about everything that could possibly go wrong, or focus on what positive experiences the children in your care are gaining from taking risks?
While many practitioners still stop children from engaging in challenging activities for fear of them getting hurt, early years experts believe that more are beginning to focus on the benefits of allowing children to take acceptable risks and push against the boundaries of their capabilities.
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