Using the language of thinking and learning. Modelling being a thinker. Encouraging open-ended thinking. Giving feedback and reviewing child's learning progress. Strategies of problem solving, thinking and learning. Modelling the creative process

Literacy - reading and writing. Mathematics- numbers, shape, space and measurement. Understanding the World- people and communities, technology. Expressive Arts and Design- exploring and using media and materials, being imaginative

Personal, Social and Emotional Development this will comprise of making relationship: self-confidence and self-awareness, managing feelings and behaviour. Physical Development this includes moving and handling, health and self-care. Communication and Language this entails listening and attention, understanding.

Understanding and observing each child's development and learning: assessing progress and plan for next steps. Identifying any need for additional support. The learning process of pre-school children in a playgroup or nursery. The significance of observations and how this is embedded into curriculum planning for preschool education. Understanding and meeting the individual needs of each child in the setting