Key person
In EYFS settings, the named practitioner responsible for a particular child's care and learning and for building relationships with the family.
- Used in
- England
- Topic
- School roles
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Related terms
- Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) England
- The statutory framework in England that sets standards for learning, development and care for children from birth to 5, covering nurseries, childminders and Reception classes.
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