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<p>The early years foundation stage (EYFS) statutory framework sets the regulatory
standards for learning and development for all early years providers caring for children
from birth to 5.</p><p>The EYFS defines 7 areas of learning under which sit 17 early
learning goals (ELG) which summarise the knowledge, skills and understanding that
all young children should have gained by the end of the reception year.</p><p>Under
the ‘Expressive arts and design’ area of learning, the ‘Exploring and using media
and materials’ ELG involves children singing songs, making music and dancing, and
the ‘Being imaginative’ ELG involves children representing their ideas, thoughts and
feelings through music.</p><p>We are currently in the process of piloting draft revised
ELG which will retain a focus on music as an important part of a broad and balanced
curriculum in the early years.</p>
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