The Power of Early Foundations: Why EYFS Matters in Your Child’s Development 

When your toddler sings along to a nursery rhyme, builds a block tower, or shares a smile with a friend, it may look like play — but it’s actually learning in action. The Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) recognises that the first five years are the most critical for shaping how children think, feel, and grow. 

At Regent, the EYFS framework is more than childcare. It is a carefully designed foundation that nurtures curiosity, confidence, and a lifelong love of learning. 

Why EYFS Matters 

The EYFS is the UK’s framework for children from birth to five years old. It provides structured yet playful learning across areas such as communication, physical development, personal and social growth, literacy, and mathematics. 

It helps children to: 

• Develop confidence by exploring, asking questions, and trying new things. 
• Build communication and social skills through play, stories, and interaction. 
• Strengthen physical and emotional wellbeing in a safe, caring environment. 
• Establish early academic skills in literacy, numeracy, and problem-solving. 

Research shows that children who experience high-quality early years education are more successful throughout school and beyond. 

In the Classroom 

EYFS at Regent is filled with purposeful play and exploration: 

• In role-play corners, children build imagination and language skills. 
• In outdoor activities, they develop coordination, teamwork, and independence. 
• In creative arts and early science, they learn to ask questions and solve problems. 

Teachers create warm, nurturing spaces where children feel safe to take risks and grow. 

At Home 

Parents play a vital role in reinforcing EYFS learning: 

• During storytime → “What do you think happens next?” 
• In daily routines → “Can you help count the apples while we shop?” 
• Through play → “What happens if we mix these colours together?” 

Simple interactions become powerful opportunities to build language, curiosity, and confidence. 

Regent’s Approach 

At Regent, EYFS is the gateway to lifelong learning. Our educators blend care with challenge, ensuring every child feels seen, supported, and stretched. From the moment they walk through our doors, children are guided to explore, express themselves, and discover their strengths. 

This foundation prepares them not only for primary school, but for a lifetime of curiosity, creativity, and resilience. 

Takeaway 

The Early Years are more than play — they are the roots of everything that follows. With EYFS, children don’t just start school; they start their journey as confident, capable learners. For parents, it’s the assurance that your child’s first steps in education are being built on the strongest possible foundation.