Learning objective
- To plan a party to celebrate the special friendships within the class.
EYFS outcomes
Personal, Social and Emotional Development
ELG: Building Relationships
Children at the expected level of development will:
- Form positive attachments to adults and friendships with peers.
- Show sensitivity to their own and to others’ needs.
See Statutory framework for the early years foundation stage.
Non-statutory curriculum guidance
Personal, Social and Emotional Development
Children in reception will be learning to:
- Build constructive and respectful relationships.
See Development Matters (non-statutory curriculum guidance).
Characteristics of Effective Learning:
- Active learning.
- Creative and critical thinking.
Next steps
- Ensure children’s play regularly involves sharing and cooperating with friends and peers.
- Congratulate children for their kindness to others and express your approval when they help, listen and support each other.
- Allow the children time in friendship groups as well as other groupings.
- Note any specific next steps for individual children.
