Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) policy: model

Last reviewed on 25 July 2023
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Statutory/mandatory for: Maintained schools Academies Free schools Independent schools Pupil referral units Non-maintained special schools

Download and adapt our model early years policy to help you write or review yours in line with the statutory procedures you must have for the EYFS, and the latest version of the EYFS framework.

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  1. Download and adapt our model policy  
  2. Make sure you're compliant with all EYFS requirements

Download and adapt our model policy  

Having a standalone EYFS policy is not a statutory requirement, but lots of providers choose to have one.

You have a statutory requirement to have certain policies and procedures in the EYFS, but you may cover these in other policy documents, such as your child protection, health and safety, and complaints policies. This EYFS policy cross-references those other policies where appropriate and lists them in appendix 1.

Model policy: Early Years Foundation Stage DOC, 179.5 KB

Adapt it to suit your school's context. It's been approved by Forbes Solicitors.

Please note: this model policy is aimed primarily at maintained schools and academies, but can be easily adapted to suit any school. If you wish to use the policy in a different type of setting – for example, a non-maintained special

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