Observation, Planning, and the EYFS Quiz

What are the three Prime Areas of Learning in the EYFS?

• Reading, Maths, Art

• Communication & Language, Physical Development, Personal Social & Emotional Development

• Speaking, Listening, Writing

• Literacy, Maths, Science

What is the purpose of the observation, assessment, and planning cycle?

• To track the practitioner’s workload

• To make activities more fun

• To support the child’s learning and development

• To create display boards

Which of the following best describes an enabling environment?

• One that is brightly coloured with lots of posters

• A space where children are free to play without adult supervision

• An environment that is safe, inclusive, and supports all areas of development

• A quiet space with no distractions

Which area of learning includes developing pencil control and fine motor skills?

• Literacy

• Mathematics

• Physical Development

• Communication & Language

Who should you speak to first if you have a safeguarding concern?

• The child’s parent

• Your colleague

• The Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL)

• The child

Observations should include personal opinions to explain the child’s behaviour.

• True

• False

Progress tracking helps ensure support is timely and relevant.

• True

• False

Information about a child’s development can be shared openly with any staff member.

• True

• False

Parents and carers play no role in the observation, assessment and planning cycle.

• True

• False

An objective observation includes only what the child said and did.

• True

• False