Leading On - Literacy in the Early Years Foundation Stage: Getting it right from the start

Where literacy starts and how leaders can support the EYFS provision to lay the foundations for great outcomes in literacy across primary. 

This session will support senior and middle leaders to understand the pedagogy and framework that underpins quality early years practice in literacy. It will consider the role of the leaders in supporting this practice so that all children have the knowledge, skills and attitudes they need to do well in KS1 and beyond.

*PLEASE NOTE: This is a prerecorded session and available for purchasing resources only*
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Richard Howes

Education Challenge Lead, Chesil Education and Early Help, Dorset Council

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Sharon Peel

Education Challenge Lead - Dorset Council

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Participants will:

  • Have a greater understanding of literacy in the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and the links to Prime Areas of learning.
  • Consider ways that leadership can best support great outcomes in literacy in the EYFS.
  • Reflect on leadership of EYFS to ensure that the curriculum builds from a strong start in the early years.

  • Executive Head, CEO, Headteacher/Principal 
  • Deputy Head/Vice Principal
  • Assistant Head/Assistant Principal    
  • Aspiring leaders 
  • Middle leaders/HODs/Subject Specialists 
  • Governors