A must-have guide for everyone working in the Early Years Foundation Stage.Bestselling author Alistair Bryce-Clegg is known for his original and creative ideas and witty and accessible writing style. This book does not disappoint! It is filled with brilliant ideas and practical approaches to use as an Early Years practitioner, including advice for planning sessions, setting up an engaging environment matched to children's interests and encouraging and developing outdoor learning. With a focus on child-led learning, wellbeing and creating the best environment for all young learners, Best Practice in the Early Years is the perfect tool to evaluate, refine and improve provision in your setting.Packed with detailed explanations, thought-provoking questions and inspiring new approaches, this book is a must for all Early Years practitioners eager to ensure their practice is the best it can be for every child in their care.

1. An environment for effective learning / 2. Ensuring wellbeing / 3. Effective assessment for learning / 4. Summative assessment: Gap and Strength Analysis (GSA) / 5. Effective provision / 6. Pure and facilitative skills / 7. Direct teaching / 8. Effective use of display / 9. Effective use of role play to enhance children's interests / 10. Effective ways to inspire children: Thrill, will and skill / 11. Effective ways to organise your day / 12. Effective transitions