1.7/1ah- The ways babies’ and children’s learning and development can be affected by their individual circumstances and significant events in their lives.
x3 environmental-
- Housing conditions
- Family dynamics
- Access to nature
x3 biological-
- Genetics (condiitons)
- Physical health
- Nutrition
(one in depth)
Maria Montessori: The environment (the “prepared environment”) should be child-sized, orderly, beautiful, and rich with didactic materials, allowing children freedom to choose activities and develop independence.
Arnold Gesell (Maturation Theory):
Believed development follows an internal, genetic timetable, with predictable sequences (e.g., rolling, crawling, walking).
Stressed that development precedes learning and discouraged pushing children before their bodies are ready, noting developmental age vs. chronological age.
Acknowledged both internal (genetics, temperament) and external (environment, culture) factors.
S2.12- Promote secure attachments with children. Understand the significance of attachment.
x4 transitions
- moving school
- birth of a sibling
- moving home
- family breakdown
S4.13- Identify and act upon own responsibilities in relation to health and safety, security, confidentiality of information, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
Walk and talk-
Sign in area
gates locked when
fire doors
fire drill
first aid
who’s safeguarding lead
DBS checks
registers
red bag (meds)
dietary lanyards
risk assessment
online security (doors)
S4.20/ 4.21- Plan and carry out care routine for children.
Children’s privacy and dignity (bathroom)
Show appreciation of wellbeing and health and promoting healthy lifestyles.
S5.9- Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents/carers and other professionals to meet the needs of babies and children and enable them to progress.
Discuss children’s progress and plan next stages in their learning with the key person, colleagues, parents and/or carers.
Talk to adult after activity
Communicating with parents
Professionals- Speech and language, STEPS.
S4.23- Undertake tasks to ensure the prevention and control of infection.
Immunisations-
Around 3-4 years old (Pre-school):
- DTaP/IPV Booster: Diphtheria, Tetanus, Polio, Pertussis (whooping cough).
- MMR Vaccine: Measles, Mumps, Rubella.
- MMRV (Newer Schedule): Some children now receive the MMRV vaccine (Measles, Mumps, Rubella, and Varicella/chickenpox).
Older Primary School (Years 1-6):
- Annual Flu Vaccine: A nasal spray for children, usually offered from Year 1 (age 5) up to Year 11.
Illnesses-
- Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease: Causes sores in the mouth and a rash on hands and feet.
- Ear Infections (Otitis Media): Common after colds, involving fluid buildup and pain behind the eardrum, more frequent in kids due to ear anatomy.
- Chickenpox: A common viral illness causing itchy spots, typically mild but contagious.
- Scarlet fever (scarlatina) is a contagious bacterial illness caused by Group A Strep
