The EYFS Teaching Assistant Curriculum Breakdown course is tailored to provide aspiring and current teaching assistants with the knowledge and practical insight required to support young children during their most crucial developmental years. Aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) statutory framework in the UK, the course begins by introducing the key principles of EYFS and the importance of early years development, laying a strong foundation for effective support in nurseries, preschools, and reception classes.

Learners will explore the core teaching techniques used within EYFS settings, understanding how to implement creative and child-centred approaches that promote active learning, play-based development, and positive behaviour. The course dives into the specific role of a teaching assistant in early years education, focusing on collaboration with lead teachers, engaging with children through structured activities, and fostering a nurturing and inclusive environment.

Modules on the EYFS curriculum guide learners through practical strategies for supporting literacy, numeracy, and personal development. Emphasis is placed on helping children with special educational needs (SEN) or disabilities, ensuring that every child receives the attention and tailored support they require. Learners will also gain insight into the responsibilities of maintaining welfare standards, safeguarding children, and supporting well-being in accordance with EYFS requirements.

The course includes guidance for working alongside parents and carers, promoting a partnership that enhances children's learning experiences both at home and in the classroom. Additional modules focus on educational philosophies that shape the EYFS framework, regulatory practices for registration and inspection, and recent updates made to the framework in 2021. By the end of the course, learners will be equipped with the essential knowledge, confidence, and compliance awareness to thrive in an EYFS teaching assistant role.