level 2 supporting learning in schools

Looking at the development of children and young people is essential so that any potential problems, with a child reaching key milestones as expected, can be investigated straight away and necessary action taken.

There is a pattern of expected development, although each child is unique, it is still expected that development follow its path, if not this could indicate other areas to be addressed, For example: A physical impairment could have a direct effect on emotional development, such as low self esteem, or as an intellectual development within speech

To look at the stages and effects of development we look at this as a holistic sense, everything happens together, each area of development impacts another. To do this we use:

P.I.(L).E.S
Physical – Intellectual – (Language) – Emotional – Social
Behaviours

Looking into set areas of development in age ranges, (0-3 years, 3-7 years, 7-12 years, 12-16 years) we can understand the direct needs of each child as an individual

0-3 Years Development

Physical Development
0-3 year olds develop from the head down
Gain control of head
Rolling from side to side, front to back
Push themselves up using arms
Sitting unaided
Grasp/reach for objects
Crawling progressing to walking
Making marks with crayons (Lines)
Turn picture book pages
Use a spoon
Follows a development line for weight, height, head circumference
Potty training
Intellectual Development
Start to be able to concentrate for short periods
Babbling turning into words
Points to objects wanted
Making animal noises
Recognises own name, colours, numbers
Understands simple instructions/questions (“No”, “Where is the dog?”)
Inquisitive – Asking why
Repetition – Peek – a- boo, Songs and rhymes
Photo recognition

Social and emotional development
Temper tantrums – strong emotions
Separation anxiety – mum, dad and key carers
Routine is extremely important
Can be easily frustrated
Begins