The Early Years Enriched Curriculum is a programme designed to be sensitive to the way young children learn naturally. By teaching children things that are appropriate to their age and development, they are more likely to succeed. In this way, they are better prepared for more formal work later on and are much more likely to be motivated and eager to learn.

What kinds of learning experiences will children have in Year 1? The children will have opportunities to : · Play both inside and outside the classroom, developing their physical and social skills as well exploring and understanding their world · Develop their skills in talking and listening · Take part in "circle time" activities designed to help them to grow in confidence and self-esteem · Be creative as they take part in role play, dance, music and art and design activities · Take part in shared reading activities with the whole class, in small groups and with older children where they will enjoy the story, learn about books and develop skills which they will need to make progress in reading and writing · Use their initiative, solve problems, and make choices and decisions

What kinds of learning experiences will children have in Year 2? During Year 2, children will continue to have opportunities to make choices and decisions. They will be encouraged to work collaboratively, to take the lead, to express their feelings and emotions and to grow in confidence and self-esteem. Creativity will be encouraged through all areas of the curriculum, particularly in role play, dance, music and art and design activities. Emphasis will continue to be placed on social, emotional and physical development. Oral language skills will continue to be fostered and as children develop early literacy skills, they will move on to more formal reading and writing activities when teachers judge they are ready. Children will continue to be challenged by a wide range of practical and mental maths activities and be introduced to standard ways of recording calculations using symbols and numbers.

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