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    Reception Assessment Sessions: Formative Assessment (EY709)

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    Course overview

    Eligibility: This course is open to South Gloucestershire reception class teachers.

    This 2-hour, face to face session, aimed at Reception class teachers, focuses on developing an effective understanding of formative assessment in the Early Years Foundation Stage. Participants will explore how to identify children’s starting points through a combination of baseline assessment approaches and skilled practitioner observation. The session highlights the importance of recognising each child’s unique strengths, experiences and developmental stage on entry to reception.

    Teachers will consider how to use this rich assessment information to inform responsive planning that supports children’s progress across all areas of learning. There will be opportunities to reflect on how ongoing assessment can be embedded within everyday practice, ensuring it remains purposeful, manageable and aligned with high-quality teaching.

    By the end of the session, participants will have increased confidence in using formative assessment to shape provision, adapt teaching, and create meaningful learning experiences that enable all children to thrive from their starting points.

    Please note that two identical sessions are available, but delegates only need to attend one.

     

    Learning outcomes

    As a result of this course you will have knowledge and skills in the following areas:

    • Understand the principles of formative assessment in Reception, including its role in supporting children’s learning and development within the EYFS.
    • Identify children’s starting points effectively using a combination of baseline assessment approaches and skilled practitioner observation.
    • Recognise and value each child’s unique strengths, experiences and developmental stage, ensuring assessment practices are inclusive and responsive.
    • Use assessment information to inform purposeful and responsive planning, enabling teaching to be adapted to meet the needs of all learners.
    • Apply formative assessment strategies in everyday practice, embedding ongoing observation and reflection to support children’s progress across all areas of learn

     

    Charges

    There is a charge of £0 per delegate for this course.  South Gloucestershire reception class teachers only

    If this course has a cost for your setting and a booking is made before 1st September 2026, we will contact you in early September to request payment.  From 1st September 2026 you will be asked to pay via GovPay upon sign up, using a credit or debit card.

    Please ensure that you book onto the course date to complete your booking by clicking on ‘View and choose course dates’.  If you can no longer attend please cancel your place giving at least 7 days’ notice in order to be able to claim a refund.

    Please refer to our terms and conditions for more information.

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