CYP Now - Seven key reasons why proposed EYFS revisions must be changed

As a consultation on changes to the early years foundation stage framework closes, childcare organisations express concerns over how the proposed reforms prioritise formal learning subjects over holistic approaches to education.

The government reforms propose increasing the number of literacy ELGs from two to three, covering comprehension, reading and writing. Picture: Adobe Stock/globalmoments

Proposed changes to the early years foundation stage (EYFS) statutory framework have been criticised by early education experts as the latest attempt by the government to prioritise formal learning over play-based approaches.

The proposals are included in a consultation paper published last autumn, submissions to which close on 31 January.

It seeks views on proposed changes to the educational programme summaries under the seven areas of learning set out in the EYFS framework, the 17 early learning goals (ELGs) which make up the end-point measure of children’s attainment at the end of reception year, and changes to the EYFS profile assessment process, moderation approaches and the criteria used to score each child.

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