EYFS Core Areas of Learning & Development
Every monthly theme addresses key Prime and Specific areas of the UK Early Years Foundation Stage:
PSED
Personal, Social & Emotional Development
C&L
Communication & Language
PD
Physical Development
UTW
Understanding the World
MATH
Mathematics & Numeracy
EAD
Expressive Arts & Design
Nursery & Daycare
1. EYFS 1–2 Years Yearly Planner
Focusing on sensory discovery, emotional security, fine motor reflexes, and exploratory play.
| Month | Theme | Main EYFS Focus | Key Activities |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | All About Me | PSED C&L | Exploring self, name recognition, simple emotions, mirror play |
| Feb | Winter & Weather | PD UTW | Sensory play with ice, water exploration, dressing up for weather |
| Mar | Animals & Sounds | UTW C&L | Animal sounds, puppet play, exploring textures, storytime |
| Apr | Plants & Nature | UTW PD | Touching leaves, planting seeds, outdoor walks, nature collage |
| May | Colours & Shapes | MATH C&L | Sorting coloured objects, matching shapes, finger painting |
| Jun | My Body & Health | PSED PD | Basic hygiene routines, gross motor games, simple exercises |
| Jul | Summer & Water Play | PSED EAD | Water play, sand play, imaginative role-play, songs & rhymes |
| Aug | Family & Friends | MATH EAD | Looking at family photos, sharing experiences, parallel play |
| Sep | Senses & Exploration | PSED C&L | Touch, smell, taste activities, sensory trays, music exploration |
| Oct | Autumn & Nature | UTW PD | Leaf play, collecting objects, simple nature crafts |
| Nov | Festivals & Celebrations | C&L EAD | Diwali, birthdays, music, and movement activities |
| Dec | Christmas & Winter Fun | EAD PSED | Singing, role-play, decorating, festive crafts |
Toddler Room
2. EYFS 2–3 Years Yearly Planner
Fostering active communication, peer collaboration, potty readiness, and creative expression.
| Month | Theme | Main EYFS Focus | Key Activities |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | All About Me | PSED C&L | Name recognition, feelings, sharing |
| Feb | Winter & Weather | PD UTW | Ice/water play, outdoor play |
| Mar | Animals & Pets | UTW C&L | Animal sounds, stories |
| Apr | Spring & Plants | UTW PD | Planting seeds, nature walks |
| May | Transport & Vehicles | MATH C&L | Sorting, counting wheels |
| Jun | Healthy Eating | PSED PD | Cooking, hygiene routines |
| Jul | Summer & Holidays | PSED EAD | Water play, sand art |
| Aug | Colours & Shapes | MATH EAD | Sorting, painting |
| Sep | Family & Friends | PSED C&L | Role-play, family talk |
| Oct | Autumn & Nature | UTW PD | Leaf collection, collage |
| Nov | Festivals | C&L EAD | Celebrations, singing |
| Dec | Christmas & Winter | EAD PSED | Decorating, songs |
Preschool Room
3. EYFS 3–4 Years Yearly Planner
Preparing young learners for big school readiness through phonics, math, independent inquiry, and teamwork.
| Month | Theme | Main EYFS Focus | Key Activities |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | All About Me & My Family | PSED C&L | Discuss family members, role-play home, sharing emotions |
| Feb | Winter & Seasons | PD UTW | Exploring weather changes, dressing for cold, ice and water play |
| Mar | Animals & Habitats | UTW C&L | Sorting animals, animal sounds, matching habitats, storytime |
| Apr | Plants & Growth | UTW PD | Planting seeds, observing growth, garden walks, nature art |
| May | Transport & Community | MATH C&L | Counting wheels, vehicle role-play, mapping local area |
| Jun | Healthy Me | PSED PD | Healthy food tasting, exercise routines, hygiene practices |
| Jul | Summer & Holidays | PSED EAD | Summer art, water play, sand play, imaginative role-play |
| Aug | Colours, Shapes & Patterns | MATH EAD | Shape sorting, pattern making, colour matching, painting |
| Sep | My Community & Friends | PSED C&L | Discussing roles, friendship activities, cooperative games |
| Oct | Autumn & Nature | UTW PD | Leaf collection, autumn crafts, nature walks, sensory play |
| Nov | Festivals & Celebrations | C&L EAD | Cultural festivals, craft, music, and movement activities |
| Dec | Christmas & Winter Fun | EAD PSED | Decorating, singing songs, winter crafts, role-play |
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