Nursery Learning Walk Sheets: Subject-Specific Observation Pack

Designed to help Senior Leaders, Subject Leaders, Governors, Early Years Leads and visitors confidently identify strong practice in nursery provision.

This comprehensive pack includes subject-specific learning walk sheets covering key curriculum areas, helping observers understand what high-quality learning looks like in a play-based environment. Each sheet highlights:

• What you might see
• What you might hear
• What adults should be doing
• Features of a strong learning environment
• Common misconceptions and what not to expect
• Key reminders linked to effective early years practice

Perfect for learning walks, monitoring visits, governor visits, staff development and supporting a shared understanding of excellent nursery provision.

The pack also includes an editable blank template, allowing you to customise the sheets to reflect your own setting's curriculum, priorities and expectations.

Whether you're new to Early Years or an experienced leader, these sheets provide a practical, easy-to-use tool for recognising and celebrating effective practice in nursery classrooms. Without you having to stop what you're doing and give a tour of the classroom!

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.