Assessment Observation Templates - Early Years (EYFS)

Observation Templates

Here you will find a wide selection of EYFS Childcare Observation Templates which cater to different approaches when observing children in the early years. Including templates for long observations, photo observations, snapshots, care sheets and parental contributions as well as templates for group observations, these Childcare Observation Templates are perfect for helping to compile an in-depth picture of each child for their learning journey.

EYFS Observation Templates Pack
(22 member reviews)
A great pack containing templates for each kind of observation carried out in an EYFS setting, and how to write a good one.
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EYFS Aspects of Learning Observation Tracking Sheet
(8 member reviews)
Use this EYFS tracking sheet for recording observations, it shows the areas and aspects of learning and enables observations to be quickly and easily recorded.
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Basic Skills Observation Template
(2 member reviews)
Use this template to assess children as they come to you for transition sessions or as they begin their time with you. There is a sheet provided with some ideas of early assessments for children or a blank version where you can add your own. Use this to begin to understand where each child is starting from in your setting and log their progress.
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EYFS Adult Focus/Short Observation Sheet
(2 member reviews)
This resource has been designed for use with our adult led focus activities. Simply print out one for each child that takes part in the activity and you can evidence their learning! They are editable so you can type in or handwrite.
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EYFS Reception On Entry Assessment Class Recording Pack
(1 member review)
A fantastic early years resource containing clear and concise on entry assessments tailored for a reception class. The pack contains tables to collate and record the on entry information for you EYFS class.
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EYFS Observing Children Practitioner Prompts Lanyard-Sized Cards
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What can I use to support observations of EYFS children? Use these handy, lanyard-sized cards as prompts when completing early years observations. The cards act as an observation aid by describing different aspects of EYFS observations, such as the actions observed, questions asked and the next steps. A useful resource to have on hand for observations of foundation stage children.
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EYFS Long Observation Sheet
(6 member reviews)
This handy proforma is a great way to evidence long observations of children in your EYFS setting! It is editable so you can either type straight into the table, or print it off and handwrite onto it.
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EYFS Bumper On Entry Assessment Pack
(11 member reviews)
A fantastic pack containing everything you need for on entry assessments in the EYFS! This includes on entry activity booklets and records for both nursery and reception aged children, as well as a variety of formats for completing observations of their first few days and weeks in your setting.
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EYFS On Entry Observation Assessment Sheet
Use this handy assessment sheet to record your on-entry assessments when children start in your early years setting. Perfect for recording initial assessment information based on observations of the children. There is a box for each area of learning and a general comments box too.
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EYFS Individual Mark Making Assessment Pack
(11 member reviews)
A handy assessment pack focussing on mark making in early years. It includes a record sheet for practitioners and a colourful page for children to use.
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EYFS Observation Tracking Sheets Pack (Editable)
(3 member reviews)
A very useful set a tracking sheets for recording child observations in an Early Years class or setting. We have provided a range or templates for recording observations and including information like subject focus, child and adult names, date of the observation and type of observation. These are also fully editable so they can be adapted to meet the needs of your class or group!
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EYFS Daily Diary - Retrospective Planning Template
(5 member reviews)
This retrospective planning template is designed to help childminders and other practitioners keep track of day-to-day activities, spontaneous play and adult-supported spontaneous play activities. The template provides links to the EYFS and a space to record notes on next steps based on the children's interests.
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