EYFS observation templates pack printable

A practical pack of EYFS observation templates designed to support meaningful, manageable and reflective observations within early years settings.

Created for busy practitioners, childminders, room leaders and managers, these templates are designed to help capture children’s learning, development and next steps clearly without creating unnecessary paperwork.

This resource includes a range of easy-to-use observation formats suitable for different ages, activities and learning contexts across the EYFS.

The pack supports:

• child-led observations
• planned observations
• snapshot observations
• learning story approaches
• next step identification
• parent communication
• reflective practice
• EYFS assessment discussions
• inspection readiness and evidence gathering

Included in this pack:

• detailed observation templates
• quick observation sheets
• learning story formats
• next steps templates
• areas of learning prompts
• communication with parents sections
• practitioner reflection prompts
• writing space for meaningful notes
• editable and printable layouts

These templates are intentionally designed to support professional judgement rather than turning children into tick-box assessments.

Ideal for:

• nurseries
• preschools
• childminders
• reception practitioners
• early years students
• room leaders and managers

Important:
Development Matters is non-statutory guidance. These templates are designed to support reflective and meaningful practice rather than levels or checklists.

Formats:
PDF printable resource