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Early Years Information Library
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This section provides a list of resources and information for Early Years. Each resource has been classified according to the category heading.
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A quality framework for use in music-making sessions working with children in Early Years settings.
Useful links to resources and articles looking at Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
Lewisham teachers, an educator from a local cultural organisation and early years practitioners enjoyed a visit to the Mud Kitchen at Limelight Family Learning Centre, Goldsmiths Community Centre.
Information from our Early Years Symposium which took place in December 2013
Ofsted's Annual Report, from Her Majesty’s Chief Inspector of Education, Children’s Services and Skills, presents findings for areas in early years childcare.
Pupil Premium funding is given to schools to offer targeted support
An ongoing list compiled by LEAN research into early years and the arts
The Rainbow Collective exists to support and strengthen the creative offer to early years children in Lewisham. This is for all professionals from arts and early years settings.
This unit by The Open University encourages you to develop your reflection of children’s environments and provides opportunities for you to investigate and evaluate young children’s experiences and your role in supporting them.
A selection of useful links from our Early Years Speech and Language event last month, with thanks to Jo Lewins, Speech & Language Specialist in Lewisham.

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