Self-evaluation is important in helping us consider how best to create, maintain and improve our setting so that it meets the highest standards and offers the best experience for young children. We regularly reflect on our practice and evaluate it against the judgements Ofsted inspectors make. We refer to the following:

Early years foundation stage (EYFS) statutory framework 2025

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/early-years-foundation-stage-framework--2

Early years foundation stage profile handbook

a non-statutory guide for practitioners and inspectors to help inform understanding of child development through the early years:

www.gov.uk/government/publications/early-years-outcomes

Education inspection Framework (EIF) updated September 2025