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Early years foundation stage (EYFS) 2021 reforms: evaluation

A report evaluating the statutory EYFS 2021 reforms, aimed at improving early years outcomes for all children.

Applies to England

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Early years foundation stage (EYFS) 2021 reforms: evaluation report

Details

IFF Research have conducted an evaluation of the early education reforms made to the EYFS in 2021, on behalf of the Department for Education (DfE).

The report uses qualitative research and surveys to outline how the reforms have been integrated into practice across the sector and into the range of early years provider types.

This document is primarily for the early years sector, including:

  • settings
  • practitioners
  • other interested parties in the outcomes of the EYFS 2021 reforms
Published 27 October 2023