Key Dates 2026
Here’s a look at the 2026 EYFS key dates to help you plan activities throughout the year.Please note, these dates are intended as a guide
All about me
Use this downloadable document to get to know the children in your care. There are two different ones to pick from. Print PDF Download PDF
First day poem
Print PDF Download PDF Open PDF This activity is a great way for children to mark their first day of childcare and have a keepsake
Visual aids
Print and cut out the visual aids suitable for your setting. They are a great tool for non-verbal children, children whose first language may not
Emotions
Use the printable faces provided or you can draw your own face outlines, use paper plates or even log slices as a face. Then children
My family play set up
Use objects such as sticks, stones, conkers, leaves or shells to create people and animals on a play space. Why not use sticks to create
My family art and craft activity
Create a family portrait using lollypop sticks If you have no lolly pop sticks you can cut out cardboard or use twigs! 1. Cut the
Head shoulders knees and toes
Print PDF Download PDF Open PDF Head, shoulders, knees and toes,knees and toes.Head, shoulders, knees and toes,knees and toes.And eyes and ears and mouthand nose.Head,
Monster Emotions
Teaching emotions to young children is important for their overall well-being and development. Young children experience many emotions but often lack the vocabulary to express them.
Healthy Lunchbox Poster for Parents
There was new nutrition guidelines from September 2025, which are now a safeguarding and welfare requirement within the EYFS framework.It can be very tricky if
‘Should My Child Attend Today?’
Create your custom poster here! Pre made poster below Children will get coughs and colds and seem unwell in what feels like forever and knowing