The EYFS Framework 2025 and Development Matters

The Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Framework:

he Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) sets out the learning and development stages for children as they grow from birth to five, this includes the Nursery and Reception years.  

The EYFS is known as the Foundation Stage because it is teaching children the foundations of learning by preparing and equipping them with the skills needed to be successful learners. 

The Government also sets out Development Matters which is non-statutory guidance material supporting practitioners to implement the requirements of the EYFS.