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Cygnets Latest Curriculum


Educator Curriculum Guidance: 

To ensure that our children benefits fully from our program, we encourage all educators to actively engage with the curriculum. Please read below and familiarise yourself with the Cygnets educator Guidance for the relevant season to support our children's learning at Cygnets. The handbook also includes Cygnets' very own weekly story collection and recommended further readings (Parent Handbook have stories with pictures). The Educator Curriculum guidance and Parent handbook is password protected, and you can obtain the password from Rose Dias - the Education Lead, or Peter Dias - the Operations Manager. Please click on the link below and scroll down to the relevant Parent Handbook designed the season.

Cygnets Curriculum Guidance for Educators & Parents


Parent Handbooks:

To ensure that our children benefits fully from our program, we encourage all parents to actively engage with the curriculum. Please read below and familiarise yourself with the Cygnets Parent Handbook for the relevant season to support our children's learning at home. The handbook also includes Cygnets' very own weekly story collection and recommended further readings. The Parent handbook is password protected, and you can obtain the password from Rose Dias - the Education Lead, or Peter Dias - the Operations Manager. Please click on the link below and scroll down to the relevant Parent Handbook designed the season.

Cygnets Curriculum Guidance for Educators & Parents  




Cygnets Sample Curriculum - Autumn

Young children’s learning is often driven by their interests. Plans need to be flexible. Development Matters - Non-statutory curriculum guidance for the early years foundation stage (publishing.service.gov.uk)

Autumn Fun at Cygnets Childcare Redhill 
In the crisp autumn air, at Cygnets we play, 
Learning and laughing, every single day. 
Leaves are falling, red, yellow, and brown, 
Our learning style the best, the talk of the town! 

 We sing and we dance, with pumpkins so round, 
In our cozy home setting, joy will be found. 
From counting acorns to stories so grand, 
Every child’s learning, hand in hand. 

With funny faces and costumes so bright, 
Halloween’s coming, what a delightful sight! 
We carve out pumpkins, and giggle with glee, 
At Cygnets Childcare, it’s the place to be! 

So here’s to autumn, with all its cheer, 
At Cygnets Childcare, the best time of year. 
With songs and stories, and laughter so sweet, 
Our curriculum’s a treat, that can’t be beat!

Dear Cygnets Parents

Please read below  and be familiar with the Cygnets curriculum guidance to support your child at home.  


Topic Autumn 2024/2025
Expected targets for Cygnets children age 3+ from Monday, 23rd Sep 2024 - Friday, 20th December 2024
Autumn 2025/2026
This is the planned curriculum and expected targets for Cygnets children age 4+ from Monday, 22nd September 2025 - Friday, 19th December 2025
School Readiness Goals - Early Years Support

Topic

(to focus on the key learning areas) 

All About Me

➢  My Family

➢  Houses

➢  My friends 

 ➢  Keeping Healthy

➢  My brain

Celebrations 

➢  Toys 

➢  The Nativity 

➢  Celebrations (Christmas, Diwali, Hannukah)

➢ Seasonal Change 

 

Play My First Day at School - BBC Bitesize

 

Supporting-transitions-guidance.pdf (surreylocaloffer.org.uk)

Celebrations and Festival

(to promote diversity) 

Harvest Festival (Oct 1st)

Halloween (Oct 31st) 

Diwali (Nov 12th) 

Bonfire Night (Nov 5th) 

Remembrance Day (Nov 11th)

Hanukah (Dec 7th – Dec 15th) 

Christmas (Dec 25th)

New Year 


British Values & Characteristics of Effective Teaching and Learning

 (to prepare Cygnets children for a diverse and dynamic world with holistic development and develop both hard skills like writing, budgeting, activity project managing, play risk analysis and repairing and soft skills, AKA people skills like analytical thinking, critical thinking and creativity involving collaboration that enhances sharing, turn taking, teamwork and helps achieve early years co values and develop qualities that will help future academic and career success as an adult at a later stage)

•   British Value: Individual Liberty

 

•   Characteristics of Effective Teaching and Learning: Engagement - Playing and Exploring

•    British Value: Rule of Law

• Characteristics of Effective Teaching and Learning: Engagement - Playing and Exploring

Table Data

Building Social and Emotional Wellbeing Plan

 

(to promote holistic well-being and influence child self-esteem, confidence, and ability to cope with challenges and novelty with a structured support plan that is enjoyable and involves child, family and Cygnets team members) 

•   Social and emotional

skills:

attitudes:

values:

•   Social interaction and sense of belonging

skills:

attitudes:

values

Table Data



Schemas & Interests, personality, and experiences to complement exploration.

E,g. Transporting (at different levels of development: First, children learn through the senses called sensorimotor stage-discovering their weight differences, how things around them can be transported from one place to another, their distances, journeys, mapping, and where things belong and secondly, children develop in to Symbolic representation stage where children use one thing to stand for another (e.g. using a leaf as pretend money)


• Technology


 • Mark Making and Writing


 • Music.


• Painting

• Small World Play

Core Text

(Children wread with Early years practitioners to gather knowledge and foster a love for books and numbers) 

The Three Little Pigs

Owl Babies

What I like about me
Room on the Broom

Kippers Toy Box

The Elves and the Shoe Maker

Jack Frost

The First Christmas

Suggested Further Reading Texts

(to foster a love for reading books and practising numbers at home with family members. Research suggests that children who regularly read at home and hear more vocabulary can read early and there can be a 'million-word gap' for children who aren't read to at home. )


•   I Like Myself

•   It’s Okay to be Different

•   We all Have Different Families

•   I’m Starting Pre School Learning

•   The Paper Dolls

•   No Matter What

•   All about me

•   My Body

•   One snowy night 

•   The little Christmas Tree 

•   The Lost and Found • Is it Christmas Yet?

•   I’m a little Firework

•   Fireworks Sense Poems 

•   Stickman  

•   Jolly Christmas Postman 

•   The Christmas Story

•   Meg and Mog

•   Winnie the Witch 

Table Data

Suggested

Rhymes, Poems, Songs

(to promote joyful muscle memory, boost language skills, lay the foundation for literacy, maths.ie. counting, scale and order, following directions, relatability and understanding the world in a fun way)

•   Daddy Finger

•   We Are a Family 

•   Skidamarink A Dink A Dink

•   This Is The Way We Make Friends

•  Healthy habits

•   When Santa got stuck up the chimney

•   Jingle Bells

•   Christmas Pudding 

Table Data

Vocabulary & Role Play to remember and do more

 

 (to promote precise communication as a paintbrush for mind canvas, maintain engaging conversations like dance steps with words adding colour and rhythm to chats to keep diverse listeners hooked and connect with people from various backgrounds, build Persuasion power to use the perfect word tool to sway opinion confidently, emotionally charge and resonate with audience in negotiation, presentation or in leading, and use vocabulary to Cognitive Boost to upgrade the brain software for critical thinking, building blocks of ideas and effective reasoning so children can extend the story beyond imagination and recreate own story to experience and live in.

•   Autumn Words:  Autumn Leaves, Pumpkin, Harvest, Acorn, Scarecrow, Windy, Sweater, Apple, Wasp, Nest


•   Three Little Pigs or take child lead

 

Vocabulary: Brave, Mother, Brothers, three, Bold, Big, Little, Goodbye, Bad, Good, Sharing, heavy, load, house, straw, sticks, brick, leave, high, set off, creeping up, help, growl, growled, turnips, 5 O’Clock, angry, crash, splash

 

Role Play Phrases to wonder : ‘I’ll huff and I’ll puff and blow your house down’

•   Autumn Words:   Crisp Bonfire Corn Hayride Mushroom Rake Thanksgiving Lantern


•   Elves and the Shoemaker or take child lead

 

Vocabulary: Cygnets educator to decide based on the child interested book choice.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Role Play starting Phrases to wonder:

•   Autumn Words:   Maple, Chestnut, Gourd, Cider Hedgehog Foggy Pinecone Harvest Moon

Communication and Language - Prime Area.



Pre School Skills Developed

I know how to listen to stories, and I can remember much of what happens.

 

I can respond to stories, songs and rhymes by joining in.

 

I can sing rhymes and look at picture books. 

I can sing a large repertoire of songs with interest and engagement.

 

I can use longer sentences of four to six words. 

Primary School Readiness

End of Year Goals

Long Term IMPACT

I understand questions or instructions that have two parts, such as “Get your coat and wait at the door.”

I am able to talk about rhymes and books and tell a story.

I use longer sentences of 4 -6 words.

I use talk to organise my play and myself: “Let’s go on a bus,

 

you sit there, I will be the driver.”

I can listen attentively and respond to what I hear.

   Pre School Knowledge Gained

 (Cygnets Childcare Intention: to foster effective communication and language for children's holistic growth through simple, meaningful interactions and exploration. language rich role play, jokes, mime games, characters, story structure understanding, clear speech, simple instructions and develop listening skills
 I know how to follow instructions.

 I know how to listen attentively to stories, songs and rhymes.
I know how to use a wide range of vocabulary

I know how to answer questions or instructions that have two parts, such as: “Get your coat and wait at the door.”

I know how to answer why questions, like: “why do you think the caterpillar got so fat?”
   
    Home Learning Recommendation


Parent say/ influence on the Cygnets Curriculum

Child say/ influence on the Cygnets Curriculum


SEND/ EAL or other Special Requirements


Personal, Social and Emotional Development – Prime Area



Pre School Skills Developed

 (Cygnets Childcare Intention: to build skills that contribute to overall well-being, success, and positive interactions with others. these skills impact various aspects from childhood to adulthood. Ie. academic and career success to persist in challenging tasks and seek help effectively, healthy relationships filled with self-awareness, self-management, and empathy, positive life outcomes predicted at age 25, teaching and learning opportunities to equip manage daily challenges, make informed decisions and thrive in various contexts

I can select and use

activities and resources, with help when needed. 

I can wash my hands independently.  

I can follow the routines and rules without an adult needing to remind me. 

 

I am becoming more outgoing with unfamiliar people, in the safe context of my setting.  

 

I can show confidence in new social situations, such as group time and circle time. 

Primary School Readiness

End of Year Goals

I play with at least one or more children, extending and elaborating my ideas.

I follow rules and can understand why they are important.

I can talk about my feelings using words like: happy, sad, angry and worried.

I can share and take turns in a group.

I am independent when meeting my own care needs such as: brushing teeth, going to the toilet, feeding myself and washing my hands.

I know and understand the importance of healthy life choices such as exercise, eating healthy foods, personal hygiene, teeth brushing etc…
    

Pre School Knowledge Gained

 (to help children’s overall well-being and cognitive growth in positive self-concept and feel confident, respect and empathy build healthy relationships and understanding different perspectives, Social skills to build successful interactions with peers and adults trough positive communication, cooperation and conflict resolution, Emotional wellbeing by expressing feelings appropriately and cope with challenges.

School readiness  by fostering a positive disposition to learning and help to adapt to new environments, make friends, and explore confidently.

nurturing PSED sets the foundation for healthy relationships, resilience and lifelong learning. Career  Career readiness  by influencing introducing soft skills and empathy and building relationships and working together within a team to meet/ complete a shared target under manageable challenging situations while sharing and caring within a team.

    

I know how to follow routines and rules in nursery. 

 

I am developing my sense of responsibility and membership of a community. 

    

I know why rules in nursery are important.

 

I know how to be a good friend. 

   

Ethical Development and working in partnership in early years Matters – Focus Area

 (Cygnets Childcare Intention: to set the stage for positive interactions, moral growth, and lifelong values for several reasons such as Creating a safe nurturing and inclusive environment where children feel valued, supported can trust and respect the atmosphere educators and caregivers have provided, Laying Foundation for socially responsible behaviour later in life with understanding fairness, empathy and the welfare of others,

Emerging skills during age 2-8 in awareness of concepts like reciprocity, compassion, and understanding others’ perspectives.

 

These intentions will also reflect 

Code of Ethics in Early Years Eduaction - Layout 1 (early-education.org.uk), Ethics in Early Years Education – TeachKloud

Under Construction

 

Child:

Understand we all have a right to be safe and happy and able to associate some rights to  different colours

We all have rights I UNICEF

 

Family:

Parents to learn about child rights to develop relationships of mutual trust with positive, open and honest communication.

Summary of Child rights and why they matter (unicef.org)

 

 

Our Community:

Learn about the communities we work with their priorities and needs and ensure that our work with the children reflects these.

Layout 1 (early-education.org.uk)

Under Construction

 

Child:

Understand when I need help I can ask an adult to help me and when adults need my help I can help them

 

Family:

Accept family right to take decisions and be involved in child’s education journey

 

Our Community:

Promote shared and informed aspirations

among communities which benefit children's

happiness, health, enjoyment and wellbeing.

Home Learning recommendation

Here are some enjoyable and suitable activities to enhance personal, social, and emotional development for children aged 3 to 6:

These activities not only support personal, social, and emotional development but also make learning enjoyable and engaging for young children. If you need more specific ideas or have any particular interests in mind, feel free to ask!

  1. Ball Games: Playing simple ball games like rolling or tossing a ball can teach children about taking turns and working together.
  2. Dress-Up and Roleplay: Encourage imaginative play with costumes and props. This helps children understand different social roles and practice empathy.
  3. Storytelling: Reading books together can help children understand emotions and develop empathy. Discuss the characters’ feelings and actions.
  4. Puppet Shows: Use puppets to act out various scenarios. This can help children express their feelings and understand others’ emotions.
  1. Listening Activities: Engage in games that require careful listening, such as “Simon Says” or musical chairs. These activities help children develop attention and self-control.
  2. Art and Craft: Encourage children to express their feelings through drawing, painting, or crafting. Art can be a great way for children to communicate emotions they might not be able to verbalize.
  3. Songs and Rhymes: Singing songs and reciting rhymes together can help children develop language skills and understand rhythm and patterns in social interactions.
  4. Sharing and Turn-Taking: Use toys or games that require sharing and taking turns. This helps children learn patience and cooperation.

Parent say/ influence on the Cygnets Curriculum


Child say/ influence on the Cygnets Curriculum

SEND/ EAL or other Special Requirements


Physical Development – Prime Area

    

Nursery

Skills

 Focusing on Holistic Growth, where physical competence influences social acceptance and cognitive skills, is a major factor in a child’s overall development. It lays the foundations for independence to perform everyday tasks independently. Each motor skill contributes to their self-sufficiency.

I can continue to develop my movement, balancing, riding (scooters, trikes and bikes) and ball skills

I can take part in some group activities. 

    

Primary School Readiness

End of Year Goals

I can run, skip, hop, jump, stand on one leg and hold a pose for a game like musical statues.

 I can use a comfortable grip with good control when using pens and pencils.

I can pour m own drink and dish myself.

 I can use my knife, fork and spoon.

I can get dressed and undressed independently, for example putting my own coat and shoes on and doing up zips.

 


    

Pre school Knowledge Gained

 To lay foundations for more active and healthy life habits by building Health and well-being with activities help children to become stronger and more resilient, social and emotional impact social interactions, emotional regulation, and cognitive development,

School readiness through improved movement skills impacts child readiness, behaviour and academic achievements

    

I know how to go up steps and stairs, or climb up apparatus, using alternate feet.

 

I know how to Skip, hop, stand on one leg and hold a pose for a game like musical statues.  

 

I know how to use gross motor movements to wave flags and streamers, paint and make marks.
    

I know how to move to music and rhythm and can increasingly use and remember sequences and patterns.  

   
     Home Learning recommendation

            
     Parent say/ influence on the Cygnets Curriculum            
     Child say/ influence on the Cygnets Curriculum            
     SEND/ EAL or other Special Requirements             

Literacy – Specific Area.

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Nursery Skills:

 (to nurture literacy skills early on to set the foundation for life long learning and well rounded development. The expected literacy skills will help children develop cognitive Development through literacy that enhance cognitive abilities, including memory, attention and problem-solving, Academic achievement through improved vocabulary, Social skills through reading and discussing books that promote language development and social interaction and help children express and understand others. Emotional wellbeing through story telling that fosters imagination and emotional understanding. Literacy provides comfort and sense of connection

I can mark make through gross motor movements ie. finger paint on the easel, Chalk marks on the floor

I can sit and listen to a short story.

I can recognise familiar logos and labels within the environment.
I can mark make and identify my marks I am beginning to explore initial sounds in familiar words. I can use some of my print and letter knowledge in my early writing. For example: writing a pretend shopping list that starts at the top of the page; writing ‘m’ for mummy. I can talk about and retell a range of familiar stories. Table Heading
Nursery Knowledge

To set the stage for lifelong learning and effective communication to introduce foundation for reading and writing, improve parent involvement, Holistic learning
I know print has a purpose

I know that books are read from left to right and top to bottom in English.

I know how to turn the pages of a book, one by one.
I know that stories have a sequence; beginning, middle and end.

I can identify familiar letters, e.g. letters in my name.

I know that letters are used to make up words.

I know and can talk about different parts of a book, e.g. front cover/ back cover/ spine/ pages
   
               
               
               
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English Curriculum Guidance Documents


Development Matters - Non-statutory curriculum guidance for the early years foundation stage (publishing.service.gov.uk)


Birth to Five Matters
"A Unique Setting: Every setting is different in terms of location, finances, resources, practitioners, children, families, and leadership. Every aspect of a setting is equally important, and should be given due attention, as the setting finds its own way of doing what is best for children." - B5M.(pg.14pdf (pg. 14) 
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Cygnets Baby Curriculum to be published later.

Further information about school readiness and school expectations to be published later

EYFE


We accept Early Years Free Education Funding

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