observation - evaluation

[dee.s.g]

ive written up he observation i just dont no what sort of thng to write in regards to evaluating it. all he was doing was eating an apple then went to the carpet to join in singing it was really nrmal and straightforward.
can anyone pls help thanks x

[Doodah]

Not really sure about this -

but should you connect what you saw to the EYFS principles? eg making choices, healthy eating, positive relationships, confident child, learning through play, making a positive contribution, being inclusive, enabling environments, familiar routines, etc... :idea: x

[Heidi]

Originally Posted by dee.s.g

ive written up he observation i just dont no what sort of thng to write in regards to evaluating it. all he was doing was eating an apple then went to the carpet to join in singing it was really nrmal and straightforward.
can anyone pls help thanks x

It doesn't matter how 'simple' the observation appears, you should still be able to glean some information from it to evaluate it.

I presume the child was eating his snack?

If so, was he able to do this independendently? Did he follow your routine of disposing the apple core waste bin or compost pot? If so, he is familiar with rountines and can follow instruction?

Did he choose to join in with the singing or did he have a choice and chose his activity independently?

From your observation you should be able to see what stage the child is at (use your eyfs guidance pack) i.e. having a snack - he may be aware of his needs of when he needs to eat or is tired. He may be aware of hygiene routines because as he is aware that before eating he must wash his hands.

When you have evaluated your observation and seen where the child's progress is, you can then think of their next steps i.e. you may feel the child could be encouraged to be more independent by pouring their own drink. You don't need to feel you have to write reams of next steps; if it is a short observation you may be able to add the next step.

If it appears that child is doing just what they were doing (physically) last week, you may have noticed that their confidence is growing a little, so you can note that down.

Children often learn, and grow in confidence little by little at different rates, so as long as you are writing your observations down factually, you can't go wring.

[dee.s.g]

Originally Posted by Heidi

It doesn't matter how 'simple' the observation appears, you should still be able to glean some information from it to evaluate it.

I presume the child was eating his snack?

If so, was he able to do this independendently? Did he follow your routine of disposing the apple core waste bin or compost pot? If so, he is familiar with rountines and can follow instruction?

Did he choose to join in with the singing or did he have a choice and chose his activity independently?

From your observation you should be able to see what stage the child is at (use your eyfs guidance pack) i.e. having a snack - he may be aware of his needs of when he needs to eat or is tired. He may be aware of hygiene routines because as he is aware that before eating he must wash his hands.

When you have evaluated your observation and seen where the child's progress is, you can then think of their next steps i.e. you may feel the child could be encouraged to be more independent by pouring their own drink. You don't need to feel you have to write reams of next steps; if it is a short observation you may be able to add the next step.

If it appears that child is doing just what they were doing (physically) last week, you may have noticed that their confidence is growing a little, so you can note that down.

Children often learn, and grow in confidence little by little at different rates, so as long as you are writing your observations down factually, you can't go wring.

thanks a lot for all your help i no this is gonna sound really dumb but i dont havea guidance pack i think this may be why im struggling. ive just been giiven some obs sheets and been asked to fill em in!! xx

[Heidi]

Originally Posted by dee.s.g

thanks a lot for all your help i no this is gonna sound really dumb but i dont havea guidance pack i think this may be why im struggling. ive just been giiven some obs sheets and been asked to fill em in!! xx

Go online to the teachernet site and you can either register (really simple) to order one online, if you don't want to set an account up ring:

0845 60 222 60 and ask for an EYFS pack (Every Child Matters/Change for children) and quote the reference:

00266-2008BKT-EN


Even if your setting has one, you can order your own. I ordered plenty so that each member of my staff have their own copy with a couple spare for use at the setting.

[dee.s.g]

thanks a lot that is awesome!! will also pass this on to the other members of my group! x