Personal, Social and Emotional Development supports children in building confidence, forming positive relationships and managing emotions. Through play, routines and interactions, children learn empathy, resilience and how to work with others.

Communication and Language develops children’s speaking, listening and understanding through stories, role play and conversation. These experiences build confidence, vocabulary and social skills essential for learning and expressing ideas clearly.

Physical Development focuses on the development of both fine and gross motor skills. Through climbing, mark-making and using tools, children build strength, coordination and control for active, healthy lives.

Literacy focuses on developing early reading and writing skills. Through stories, rhymes, mark-making and phonics, children build vocabulary, comprehension and a love of books that supports lifelong learning.

Mathematics develops children’s understanding of numbers, shapes, patterns and measures. Through practical activities, play and problem-solving, children build early numeracy skills.

Understanding the World encourages children to explore people, places and the environment. Through hands-on experiences and real-life activities, they make sense of the world, developing curiosity, knowledge and respect for diversity.

Expressive Arts and Design nurtures creativity through music, movement, role play and art. Children explore materials, express ideas and use their imagination, developing confidence through creative experiences.