1.2 Describe the holistic needs of the child as they prepare for school

Qualification: NCFE CACHE Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner
Unit: EYP 14: Support the needs of the child in preparing for school
Learning outcome: 1. Understand the role of the Early Years Practitioner during transition to school
Assessment criteria: 1.2 Describe the holistic needs of the child as they prepare for school

• The transition to a school environment can be challenging for children and so it is important for Early Years Practitioners to take a holistic approach to preparation
• This can include:
  • Being positive about the transition and providing children with reassurance and emotional support
  • Ensuring the children understand the differences between an Early Years setting and a school setting (e.g. talking about the changes, visiting the school, inviting teachers to visit etc.)
  • Teaching of life skills, such as dressing, toileting, eating, drinking etc.)
  • Teaching of appropriate behaviours (e.g. sharing, turn-taking, cooperation, conflict management, managing emotions, tidying etc.)
  • Working with parents/carers including sharing information, providing advice and maintaining consistency between the home and Early Years settings