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How to Build Vocabulary in children in the Early Years

How to Build Vocabulary in children in the Early Years

by Early Years Pad | Jun 18, 2025 | Guidance for Parents and Kids

How to Build Vocabulary in Children in the Early Years (FS1/Nursery and FS2/Reception) Building vocabulary in young children is one of the most important steps in supporting their early Literacy skills. A strong vocabulary helps children express themselves, understand...
What does a good Foundation Stage 1 or Nursery Setting Look Like?

What does a good Foundation Stage 1 or Nursery Setting Look Like?

by Early Years Pad | Jun 9, 2025 | Guidance for Parents and Kids

Whether you are a parent choosing a nursery for your child or a teacher exploring a potential job opportunity, walking into a Foundation Stage 1 (FS1) or Nursery classroom should give you an immediate sense of warmth, curiosity, and possibility. Early learning...
What is FS1 in the British Curriculum? A Parent’s Guide to Nursery

What is FS1 in the British Curriculum? A Parent’s Guide to Nursery

by Early Years Pad | Jun 6, 2025 | Guidance for Parents and Kids

If you are considering a school that follow the British Curriculum for your child, you may have come across the term FS1, or Foundation Stage 1. But what does FS1 actually mean? And how does it fit into your child’s early education? Or maybe you have even asked...
How to Prepare Your Child for a Nursery Assessment

How to Prepare Your Child for a Nursery Assessment

by Early Years Pad | May 28, 2025 | Guidance for Parents and Kids

How to Prepare Your Child for a Nursery Assessment A nursery assessment is often needed when a child starts at nursery school. Starting nursery is an exciting and important step in your child’s early learning journey. This falls under the broader category of early...
How to Prepare Your Child for a Preschool Assessment

How to Prepare Your Child for a Preschool Assessment

by Early Years Pad | May 21, 2025 | Guidance for Parents and Kids

How to Prepare Your Child for a Preschool Assessment Starting preschool is a big milestone for you, but more so for your child! One of the first steps in this journey is often a preschool assessment, which falls into the early years assessment category. While the...
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