Nursery World - Viewpoint - Why I am unmoved by the new Level 3

Dr Lala Manners takes issue with the lack of emphasis given to physical development in the new EYE qualifications

It is always frustrating when a golden opportunity is missed. For
those of us working in the field of early years physical development
(PD), the specification for this area in the new Level 3 Early Years
Educator (EYE) course is a classic case in point.We were delighted by PD being elevated to a 'Prime Area of Learning' in 2012's revised Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).

At last, we felt this critical area of children's development would receive the status and relevance it so deserves. The accompanying guidelines have been sensible, manageable and accessible, affording practitioners the scope for individual interpretation that best suits the particular needs of their settings.

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