Physical Development

Early Years Foundation Stage Requirements

The physical development of babies and young children must be encouraged through the provision of opportunities for them to be active and interactive and to improve their skills of coordination, control, manipulation and movement.  They must be supported in using all of their senses to learn about the world around them and to make connections between new information and what they already know.  They must be supported in developing an understanding of the importance of physical activity and making healthy choices in relation to food.