Reception: Mathematics

How do the Early Learning Goals define the level of development children are expected to attain by the end of the Reception year?

The Early Learning Goals serve as a set of benchmarks that outline the expected level of development children should achieve by the conclusion of the Reception year. These goals are designed to provide a clear framework for educators and parents alike regarding the key areas in which children should demonstrate progress and proficiency as they transition to the next stage of their educational journey. In practice, these goals encompass a range of developmental domains such as communication and language, physical development, personal, social, and emotional development, literacy, and mathematics. By setting these defined expectations, the Early Learning Goals aim to support children in reaching important developmental milestones and preparing them for continued academic success.

What resources and tools are utilized to develop children's early counting and number skills?

How do outdoor activities provide opportunities for children to practice counting, reading, and writing numbers through games and scoring points?

Outdoor activities offer children ample opportunities to practice counting, reading, and writing numbers through games involving targets, scoring points, and activities like skittles.