EYFS Planning Template

A simple, effective and realistic way to plan for play-based learning in Nursery and Reception, without creating pointless paperwork.

This editable one-page planning format includes:
• Adult-initiated phonics planning
• Continuous provision opportunities
• Links to all 7 areas of learning
• Outdoor provision planning template for staff
• A completed example to use as a reference
• Blank editable templates to adapt for your own setting

Designed to keep planning brief, purposeful and easy to use, this format helps you clearly show progression, provision and curriculum coverage without writing pages of unnecessary detail.

Ideal for:
• Nursery and EYFS practitioners
• ECTs and students
• Staff new to Nursery
• Teams wanting to reduce workload while still maintaining focus on high-quality provision

I’ve used this exact format successfully for the past 3 years in Nursery practice, and previously in Reception. It covers everything you need, without the spiel.

A practical, low-workload approach that keeps the focus where it belongs: quality interactions, play and purposeful learning.

Please note: This is a digital download only. No physical product will be sent. Once purchased, you will receive the files to download and print yourself.