Effective assessment in the early years foundation stage

How we assess our youngest children is a vital part of early years practice. This book offers a clear explanation of the role of assessment in the revised Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), and step-by-step guidance for those working with children from Birth to Five on making and recording observations in practice. Key elements of the book include:

• using assessment to support learning and development
• misunderstandings and myths about assessment
• detailed guidance on the age two progress check
• developing an evidence-based understanding of assessment
• what constitutes effective assessment in early years settings
• case studies and practical examples to illustrate key points.

Online material on the Early Excellence website for use with the book includes:

• video material
• free access to selected SAGE journal articles
• an 'ask the author' facility.

Jan Dubiel is National Development Co-ordinator for Early Excellence; he has extensive experience as a practitioner and national adviser.