Eyfs Framework Analysis

England

In England you are required to follow the statutory framework for the EYFS. The Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) sets standards for the learning, development and care of children from birth to 5 years old. All schools and Ofsted-registered early years providers must follow the EYFS, including childminders, preschools, nurseries and school reception classes.
The Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework supports an integrated approach to early learning and care. It gives all professionals a set of common principles and commitments to deliver quality early education and childcare experiences to all children.
As well as being the core document for all professionals working in the foundation years, the EYFS framework gives mums
The Welsh Government is responsible for child protection in Wales. The Welsh child protec-tion system is similar to England's system. However, when the Social Services and Well-being (Wales) Act 2014 comes into force in April 2016 Wales will have its own framework for social ser-vices. Child protection concerns that end up in the courts will continue to be treated in the same way as England.
At the local level regional safeguarding children boards co-ordinate, and ensure the effectiveness of, work to protect and promote the welfare of children. Each regional board includes any: local au-thority, chief officer of police, Local Health Board, NHS trust and provider of probation services that falls within the safeguarding board area. The regional boards are responsible for local child protection policy, procedure and guidance.
The Welsh Government is responsible for child protection in Wales. The Welsh child protection system is similar to England's system. However, when the Social Services and Well-being (Wales) Act 2014 comes into force in April 2016 Wales will have its own framework for social services. Child protection concerns that end up in the courts will continue to be treated in the same way as
These statements are intended to help to inform planning and practice within establishments or clusters and also by indi-vidual practitioners. The statements of experiences and outcomes are then structured into the fol-lowing organizers:
• Mental, emotional, social and physical wellbeing
• Planning for choices and changes
• Physical education, physical activity and sport
• Food and health
• Substance misuse
• Relationships, sexual health and parenthood.

Northern Ireland

In Northern Ireland all home based childcare must comply with the minimum standards for childminding and day care for children under age 12.
The Northern Ireland Executive is committed to the development of high quality services for chil-dren, which is reflected in the 10 Year Strategy – “Our Children and Young People – Our Pledge”. The strategy aims to maintain the positive outcomes for those children and young people who are doing well; whilst at the same time addressing those areas where insufficient progress has been made to improve the lives of the most disadvantaged and marginalized children and young people within Northern