Reading List: Continuous Provision and Play in KS1 - Building on EYFS by Louise HOWLETT

Extending EYFS principles into Key Stage 1

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An academic exploration of how EYFS principles can be effectively extended into KS1, maintaining developmental appropriateness while meeting curriculum requirements.

Play-based Learning in the Primary School

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A comprehensive examination of how play-based learning can be effectively implemented in primary education settings.

Continuous Provision: The Skills

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A practical guide focusing on developing specific skills through continuous provision, with particular emphasis on the transition from EYFS to KS1.

In the Moment Planning in KS1

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Explores how to implement child-led learning and responsive teaching in KS1 while maintaining continuous provision.

Successful Transitions from EYFS to KS1

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A comprehensive guide examining effective transition strategies and maintaining play-based learning approaches.

Enhanced Provision in Year 1

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Professional article discussing strategies for maintaining and adapting continuous provision in Year 1 classrooms.

Implementing Effective Continuous Provision in KS1

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Practical guidance and case studies on maintaining continuous provision beyond EYFS.

Moving On While Staying Young: A Research Report on the Transition from EYFS to KS1

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Research-based examination of successful transition strategies and maintaining appropriate pedagogical approaches.

Effective Provision in Key Stage 1

mshowlett1 — 2025-07-14 16:26:29 UTC

Evidence-based research report on maintaining effective provision in KS1, including impact studies and recommendations.

Play Based Pedagogy in Y1

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The Pedagogy of Play

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Wellbeing in Y1

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Play Matters - Free download

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The right to play

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An empowering read.

Action Planner for Transition

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Planning document

Y1 Transitions Guidance

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A timeline and lots of practical tips

EY- Y1 Transition Guidance

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CP in Y1

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Continuous Provision in Y1 and 2 - series of podcasts

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CP Beyond EYFS - Maximising Learning

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Posters for Areas of Provision with Y1 NC links/Key vocab

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Link to petition to make CP statutory!

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Please sign and share.

The Spectrum of Play

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Sefton Park Morning Jobs and NC links

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Sefton Park Construction Area Plan

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All children plan before playing in the construction area.

Writing in CP

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School Readiness vs Nurture

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Improving maths in KS1

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Short read - includes elements of CP!

Page 35 skills audit

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Page 35 identify skills as required today. As in the two previous editions of this report, analytical thinking remains the top core skill for employers, with seven out of 10 companies considering it as essential. This is followed by resilience, flexibility and agility, along with leadership and social influence, underscoring the critical role of adaptability and collaboration alongside cognitive skills. Creative thinking and motivation and self-awareness rank fourth and fifth, respectively. This combination of cognitive, self-efficacy and interpersonal skills within the top five emphasizes the importance ascribed by respondents to having an agile, innovative and collaborative workforce, where both problem-solving abilities and personal resilience are critical for success

Articulating the importance of play

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Learning Through Play Research Papers Review (2022)

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Pictures of Brunel Provision

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Writing Framewoork and CP

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Short article!

Headteacher Blog on CP in KS1

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Characteristics of Effective Learning

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'How to play'

Early Childhood Maths Posters - excellent!

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11/11 - CEL and Morning Jobs

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Play pedagogy in Y1 slides from meeting 11/6/26

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Slides from meeting 11/6/26

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ABC - Transition

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