Understanding School Readiness Factors

What is one of the primary factors affecting children's readiness for school?

• The child's favourite colour

• The child's physical health

• The child's height

• The child's shoe size

Which area of learning and development is crucial for school readiness?

• Ability to recite the alphabet

• Social and emotional development

• Knowledge of historical events

• Ability to count to 100

How can parents promote school readiness in their children?

• By teaching them to read before age 3

• By encouraging play and exploration

• By enrolling them in multiple extracurricular activities

• By limiting their social interactions

What is a key component of the assessment requirements of the EYFS?

• Standardised testing

• Observational assessments

• Weekly quizzes

• Monthly exams

Why is it important to accurately track all children's progress in the EYFS?

• To compare children against each other

• To ensure each child receives personalised support

• To prepare children for competitive exams

• To rank children in the class

Which of the following is NOT an area of learning in the EYFS?

• Communication and language

• Physical development

• Advanced calculus

• Personal, social, and emotional development

What is one way to support a child's communication skills for school readiness?

• Limiting their vocabulary to simple words

• Encouraging them to express their thoughts and feelings

• Only allowing them to speak when spoken to

• Teaching them to mimic adult conversations

What does EYFS stand for?

• Early Years Foundation Stage

• Early Youth Fitness Scheme

• Early Youngsters Fun School

• Early Yearly Foundation System

Which of the following is a method for recording children's progress in the EYFS?

• Written reports

• Verbal feedback only

• No records are kept

• Weekly tests

What is an example of promoting cognitive development for school readiness?

• Encouraging children to watch TV for long hours

• Providing puzzles and problem-solving activities

• Allowing children to play video games all day

• Teaching children to memorise facts