EYFSP
Early Years Evidence Store | EEF
Support to help you put evidence-informed approaches into practice.
Developed to support the DfE's Stronger Practice Hubs programme, the Evidence Store has been designed to support Stronger Practice Hubs work with early years providers, but it can be used by everyone working in the early years.
Key themes
The Evidence Store includes six key themes for young children's learning and development. As a living resource, the store will be continually updated with additional evidence, written examples, and videos.
Communication and Language
Personal Social and Emotional Development
Early Literacy
Early Mathematics
Self-Regulation and Executive Function
Physical Development
Introduction to the EYFS Profile Assessment Support -NEW! NEW! NEW!
Created in March 2026, this EYFS Profile Assessment Support page has been designed to help teachers and early years practitioners complete the statutory EYFS Profile assessment with confidence and clarity. The site brings together clear guidance, practical examples, short training videos and case studies to support consistent, high‑quality assessment of children at the end of the Early Years Foundation Stage.
The resources explain the purpose and requirements of the EYFS Profile, which summarises each child's development against the 17 Early Learning Goals and determines whether they are meeting the expected level or are still emerging. 1 They also offer focused support on key areas such as making best‑fit judgements, inclusive assessment, transition into Year 1, and the vital role of senior leaders in ensuring robust and meaningful assessment practice.
These materials aim to build practitioner confidence, address common misconceptions, and enhance professional dialogue across Reception and Year 1 teams. Through real examples and flexible guidance—not checklists—they highlight the importance of observing children in context and applying professional judgement.
Whether you are new to EYFS assessment or refining your practice, this support hub offers a concise, accessible toolkit to guide your approach.
Content includes:
Overview
The EYFS profile for headteachers and other school leaders
Making best-fit judgements
Inclusive assessment strategies and examples
Importance of the EYFS profile for transition
ELG: Speaking
ELG: Self-Regulation
ELG: Gross and Fine Motor Skills
ELG: Word Reading
ELG: Writing
ELG: Number
ELG: Natural World
Together, these sections provide a coherent, accessible, and practitioner-friendly toolkit to support high‑quality, consistent EYFS Profile assessment.
