Useful links
Useful links and resources - click on the images below to tke you to the direct link to the different documents and resources
The EYFS framework is mandatory for all early years settings. It sets the standards that all early years providers must meet.
EYFS Statutory Framework 2026EYFS Statutory Framework 2026
Non-statutory Curriculum Guidance for EYFS
Development MattersDevelopment Matters
Updated Non-Statutory Guidance for EYFS
Birth to 5 MattersBirth to 5 Matters
Guidance on inspecting registered early years settings in England under the renewed education inspection framework.
EYFS Inspection ToolkitEYFS Inspection Toolkit
Statutory Guidance for Schools and Colleges. The document outlines the legal duties of schools and colleges.
Keeping Children Safe in Education 2026Keeping Children Safe in Education 2026
Guidance for EY providers in England. It supports meeting the EYFS statutory framework requirements.
EYFS Nutrition GuidanceEYFS Nutrition Guidance
A summary of the best available evidence on key areas of learning and development.
EEF EY ToolkitEEF Early Years Toolkit
Guidance to provide support for early years practitioners when completing the early years foundation stage (EYFS) progress check at age 2.
Progress Check at 2Progress Check at 2
Statutory 2026 reception baseline assessment: assessment and reporting arrangements.
Reception Baseline AssessmentReception Baseline Assessment
This guidance has been produced by the (DfE) to help teachers to complete the early years foundation stage (EYFS) profile assessment.
EYFS Profile HandbookEYFS Profile Handbook
Molly Wright’s TED Talk—highlights how simple, everyday interactions profoundly shape a child's brain development in their first 5 years.
How every child can thrive by 5How every child can thrive by 5.
The EYFS parent guide explains the 7 areas of learning, development milestones from birth to 5 and practical ways you can support at home.
What to expect in EYFSWhat to expect in EYFS - Guide for Parents
Kindred Square guide for parents to starting reception.
Starting ReceptionStarting Reception
Kindred Square toothbrushing guide for parents.
The Children's Toothbrushing GuideToothbrushing Guide
Kindred Square's guide to how and when to potty train your child.
The Potty Training GuideThe Potty Training Guide