To understand early years education, it is important to understand how it is structured. These 7 areas of focus for early learning are the core focus for all early years learning.

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Early Learning Outcomes are guidelines covering all aspects of child development, from birth until 60 months of age. These outcomes are divided into age ranges, with some overlap.

The main focus is on 7 areas of learning:

• Communication and Language
• Physical development
• Personal, social and & emotional development
• Literacy
• Mathematics
• Understanding the world
• Expressive arts & design

Each area of learning is divided into two or more sections. These sub-sections have specific individual goals, and, collectively, these are the core focus areas for all early years learning. This printable document explains the 7 areas of focus.