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This survey and report by Ofsted is very interesting and very important.

It gives a clear steer for provision in Reception to fulfil the potential of every child. It has been received enthusiastically by some and with great consternation by others:

https://www.gov.uk/government/publicati ... beginnings

Although the report is about Reception settings in England, it may still be of interest to people in other countries - especially English-speaking countries and contexts.

Link direct to the report:

https://www.gov.uk/government/uploads/s ... ssible.pdf

Bold beginnings:

The Reception curriculum in a sample of good and outstanding primary schools

I'm referencing another thread featuring the 'Bold beginnings' report via which I've added research findings of quality provision for four to five year olds:

http://www.iferi.org/iferi_forum/viewto ... ?f=3&t=921