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Nurturing Balance Adult Guidance and Child Led Learning in Early Years

E-learning for early years practitioners and primary education
  • Foundation

Imagine a classroom where children’s curiosity is met with gentle guidance and their independence is celebrated. In this course, you’ll discover how to thoughtfully balance your involvement with child-led learning, creating a nurturing environment where every child can thrive. Through practical strategies, reflective tools, and real-world examples, you’ll learn to foster high-quality interactions, scaffold children’s thinking, and enhance your continuous provision.

Together, we’ll explore how your warm, intentional presence can spark deeper learning and joyful engagement in your early years settings and schools.

This module should take approximately 45 minutes to complete.

  • Describe the characteristics of adult-led and child-led learning
  • Compare the strengths and challenges of each approach
  • Identify the features of high-quality adult-child interactions
  • Recognise the importance of secure routines and warm relationships 
  • Connect theoretical perspectives to practical classroom strategies

Delegates will leave with greater clarity, confidence and direction as they find the right balance between adult-led and child-led learning. Delegates will be better equipped to create rich, responsive learning environments that support every child's growth.

Modules include:

  • Understanding and Balancing Adult-Led and Child-Led Learning
  • Strategies for Scaffolding and Extending Learning Through Play
  • Reflective Practice and Enhancing the Learning Environment

Delivered by

The Education People

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