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Specific areas

The four EYFS areas of learning that build on the prime areas: literacy; mathematics; understanding the world; and expressive arts and design.

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Topic
Curriculum

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Prime areas England
The three EYFS areas of learning seen as most essential: communication and language; physical development; and personal, social and emotional development.
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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