EYFS Quiz for Practitioners: Test Your Knowledge
Think you know the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) inside out? Many practitioners believe they understand the standards, but real-world application—especially under the pressure of an Ofsted inspection—requires a deeper level of knowledge.
This quiz is designed to challenge your understanding, refresh your memory, and highlight areas where you might need further development. Grab a pen, keep your score honestly, and let’s see how you measure up against the standards.
1. How many areas of learning and development are there in the EYFS?
2. What is the staff-to-child ratio for children under 2 in a group-based nursery?
3. Which of these is one of the prime areas of learning?
4. Which document sets the standards for learning, development and care for children from birth to 5?
5. What should practitioners do if they have a safeguarding concern?
6. Which of these are the three prime areas of learning?
7. What is the usual staff-to-child ratio for 2-year-olds?
8. What is the progress check at age two mainly used for?
9. Which of these is NOT one of the specific areas of learning?
10. What does the EYFS say about observation and assessment?
11. What is the usual ratio for children aged 3 and over (no QTS/EYPS/EYTS)?
12. When can the ratio for 3+ year-olds increase to 1:13?
13. If a practitioner is worried about a child’s progress in a prime area, what should they do?
14. Which describes the role of the designated safeguarding lead?
15. Which statement is most accurate?
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