This course will focus on understanding the learning and development needs of two-year-olds and how this knowledge can be used to enhance the environment and inform planning. After recognising how the typical two-year-old develops learners will relate this to the prime areas of learning and characteristics of effective learning. The purpose of two-year-old progress check will be explored with an example being completed during the course. Learners will also carry out an observation and identify how this can be an effective tool to support planning and record keeping.
The Early Years Alliance is the largest and most representative early years membership organisation in England. We support early years providers to deliver quality, affordable and sustainable care and learning to families, and work to ensure that all children, regardless of background, are given the best possible start in life. The Alliance’s vision is a society where every child enjoys the same opportunity to learn through play. We believe families should be at the centre of policy-making and parents empowered to become more involved with their child’s learning and development.