A simple, powerful EYFS tool designed to strengthen high‑quality interactions, support professional noticing, and deepen practitioner understanding of children’s learning behaviours.

This resource provides clear “I noticed…” prompts that help adults tune into children’s play, language, and engagement — making observations more meaningful, more consistent, and more closely aligned with the EYFS ethos.
There are observation prompts - a wide range.
Each one is designed to support professional noticing, reflective practice, and high‑quality interactions

Suitable for CPD, staff training, induction, and everyday EYFS observation work

Perfect for:
Early Years teachers
Nursery practitioners
Childminders
Students and trainees
Settings developing a shared language around observation and interaction

Use it during free‑flow play, continuous provision, outdoor learning, or small‑group work to support:

Professional noticing
Sensitive interactions
Accurate formative assessment
Reflective practice
Staff training and induction

The prompts are designed to be quick, accessible, and immediately usable, helping adults capture what matters most: children’s thinking, exploration, and early learning behaviours.

This resource is ideal for settings wanting to:

Build confidence in observation

Strengthen adult‑child interactions

Support new staff or trainees

Develop a consistent approach to noticing and responding to learning

Embed reflective practice across the team

Clear, simple, and rooted in EYFS principles — this is a practical tool that lifts the quality of everyday interactions.