Communication and Language

ELG: Listening, Attention and Understanding

Children at the expected level of development will: 

• Listen attentively and respond to what they hear with relevant questions, comments and actions when being read to and during whole class discussions and small group interactions. 
• Make comments about what they have heard and ask questions to clarify their understanding.

Expressive Arts and Design

ELG: Being Imaginative and Expressive

Children at the expected level of development will:

Perform songs, rhymes, poems and stories with others, and – when appropriate – try to move in time with music. 

See Statutory framework for the early years foundation stage.

Non-statutory curriculum guidance

Expressive arts and design

Children in reception will be learning to:

• Listen attentively, move to and talk about music, expressing their feelings and responses.

See Development Matters (non-statutory curriculum guidance).