Welcome to the Early Years page for NLPS Learns. Here you can find out about Early Years Resources and Events.
The ‘Early Years’ includes children from birth to 8 years of age. This includes StrongStart, Kindergarten, and Grades 1-3.
This Ministry of Education document is a guide for all educators working with children in the Early Years. It encourages us to be curious and reflective.
What’s Changed in the Revised Early Learning Framework?
“Since 2008, there have been significant developments in the social, political, economic, and cultural context of B.C. that have created new realities for children, families, and communities. These new realities require consideration of concepts, language, and connections that revitalize the thinking about practice. This revised Early Learning Framework acknowledges these new realities and the changing perspectives and relations they bring.” (BC Early Learning Framework pg. 6).
The 2019 revisions include:
This handbook accompanies the Early Learning Framework. It focuses on the different types of play, the role children have in play, and the role educators can have during different types of play. Check out the pedagogical strategies for play-based learning in the “Play Continuum”.
Download your own pdf copy here:
Coming Soon! Updates and resources for NLPS Welcome to Kindergarten information for Spring 2022. See you in the New Year!
Helpful Links:
When I Go To Kindergarten: A resource to support the transition to Kindergarten. Each section includes 1 of the 4 Living Inquiries from the BC Early Learning Framework.
Check out the NLPS Play Pack designed around the BC Early Learning Framework from Spring 2021!
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