Smooth transitions within the Early Years depend on a commitment from all professionals involved to develop positive communication relationships. In order to promote continuity and cohesion for all children experiencing transitions between Early Years settings and Schools, Bedford Borough (Early Years), have created an Early…
“Are you listening? Can you hear me”? This is what children want all adults to consider when they are supporting them with transitions into school or from a reception class to a year one class. It is vital that we seek the child’s perspective, their…
Being ready for school involves more than the child. Families, PVIs, childminders and schools need to work together to support the child to be ready for the transition to school. The United Nations World Fit for Children (WFFC) reinforces the importance of “A good start…
Moving from an Early Years setting into School or moving year groups is like crossing a river for some of our families, and they want to be sure that their child’s needs will continue to be met on the other side. The key message families…
Whether children are moving to school for the first time or moving year groups, transition can be a time of uncertainty for all parties involved, particularly for the child. However, a successful transition can support the child to flourish and feel they belong. In Bedford…
Moving from an Early Years Setting, or home into a reception class or year group, is like crossing a river for some of our families, and they want to be sure that their child’s needs will continue to be met on the other side. A…