By the end of this course you will be able to:

  • Summarise the main characteristics of the Curriculum for Excellence
  • Apply the principles of active learning to their planning for children’s needs and development
  • Adapt and design appropriate resources and activities to suit the characteristics and needs of young children of different ages
  • Demonstrate the importance of planning, observing, assessing and evaluating the needs of children for their development
  • Explain the importance and benefits of child led planning.