The subject of Physical Development is considered a key subject.
According to the British Government: when forming a judgement about whether an individual child is at the expected level of development, educators should draw on their knowledge of the child and their own expert professional judgement. This is sufficient evidence to assess a child’s individual level of development in relation to each of the ELGs. Sources of written or photographic evidence are not required, and teachers are not required to record evidence.
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| Early Learning Goals | Hands-On Education Activity |
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| PD 1 - Gross Motor Skills Children at the expected level of development will: PD/1.1 negotiate space and obstacles safely, with consideration for themselves and others |
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| PD/1.2 demonstrate strength, balance and coordination when playing | |
| PD/1.3 move energetically, such as running, jumping, dancing, hopping, skipping and climbing | |
| PD 2 - Fine Motor Skills Children at the expected level of development will: PD/2.1 hold a pencil effectively in preparation for fluent writing – using the tripod grip in almost all cases |
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| PD/2.2 use a range of small tools, including scissors, paint brushes and cutlery | |
| PD/2.3 begin to show accuracy and care when drawing |
