Australian Curriculum + Early Years Learning Framework

1. Australian Curriculum +Early Years Learning Framework Katherine Region

2. Goals of the session • To become aware of the Pre-compulsory Years of Schooling Policy • To explore how the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) relates to the Australian Curriculum

3. Preschool and Transition in the NT • Preschool: 3½ to 4½ years of age at beginning of school year. Non-compulsory, planned, play-based learning and development program. • Transition: 4½ to 5½ years of age at beginning of school year. Non-compulsory, planned, play-based learning and development program that assists in the development of children moving into year one.

5. PolicyPre-Compulsory Years of Schooling: EYLF Scope • Transition educators will use the Australian Curriculum/NT Curriculum Framework in conjunction with the EYLF. Teachers • Preschool and Transition educators collaborate to ensure children’s learning and wellbeing is seamless as they move through the pre-compulsory years. • Transition teachers ensure the provision of quality teaching and learning using the principles, practices and learning outcomes of the EYLF to teach the content of the Australian Curriculum/ NTCF.

6. Timeline

7. Timeline

8. EYLF Principles, practice and outcomes

9. EYLF: The Vision All children experience learning that is engaging and builds success for life.

10. PRINCIPLES Secure, respectful and reciprocal relationships Partnerships with families High expectations and equity Respect for diversity Ongoing learning and reflective practice

11. PRACTICE Holistic approaches Responsiveness to children Learning through play Intentional teaching Learning environments Cultural competence Continuity of learning and transitions Assessment for learning

12. OUTCOMES 1. Children have a strong sense of identity 2. Children are connected with and contribute to their world 3. Children have a strong sense of wellbeing 4. Children are confident and involved learners 5. Children are effective communicators

13. Early Years Learning Framework Australian Curriulum how what

14. Planning with the EYLF and the AC Activity • Choose one or more Content Descriptors from English or Mathematics • Discuss how you could teach this content in a way that reflects the principles, practice and outcomes of the EYLF • Share

15. The AC Builds on Early Learning Foundations for Learning: Relationships between the Early Years Learning Framework and the Australian Curriculum

17. Where to next?Learning Links

18. The Framework: Resources

19. Who and Where http://www.earlychildhoodaustralia.org.au/eylfplp/intentional_teaching_and_the_early_years_learning_framework.php http://www.earlychildhoodaustralia.org.au/ The EYLF documents are available on the DEEWR site: http://www.deewr.gov.au/Earlychildhood/Policy_Agenda/Pages/home.aspx Talk to your principal about accessing further support from the Katherine Regional Office ILSS & Early Years Officer – Amy Higgins amy.higgins@nt.gov.au

20. Now what? Getting started • Familiarise • Reflect on current practice • Plan professional learning • Try something new • Critically reflect

21. www.kiw.wikispaces.com