Formal Screening Analysis

Different observation techniques help to focus the observation so appropriate data is collected and presented in meaningful ways.

The sooner any issues or concerns are raised the sooner the child or young person can be monitored and help or assistance given.

This section describes how we, as practitioners, monitor how the children are progressing and in which areas.

Each child’s physical, social, emotional, and intellectual and language development will be looked at through age stages. All of these categories are as important as each other and can each have a substantial impact on the child’s full adult potential.

In order to apply theories and models of child development to support children’s development we must get to know each individual child by building a good relationship with the children through play, communication and answering to their personal needs. Observation and assessment is also key so that we know what each child is capable of and what they are working towards/could be encouraged towards. Good communication with parents is also beneficial as it helps the carer to see what the child is doing at home and to identify if there are things they do or don’t do at nursery that is different from home. It also helps to work out ways of encouraging development at home and at nursery.

By studying a child and early year practitioner can spot any issues that may be present and make sure that the child is given the best support should this require.

However, it is important to observe and note the difference between sequence of development and rate of development, when working with children so that the child’s needs are met. For instance if a child shows delays in any aspect of their growth, taking into account their background, health and environment in which they are growing up, as these factors will affect all areas of development. Tassani et al (2010) states that the difference between sequence of development and rate of development helps identify child’s needs during their stages of their school years. This will help the school to plan and ensure that the child has enough support they require in areas they are struggling with. It is important to be aware of each child’s development as this will give us the knowledge and understanding on how a child is developing so that any concerns or problems are easily spotted , and then investigated and offer the required support. For instance a child with language problems can then be referred to a speech therapist who would then work with the school to implement ways or skills that will help the child. If they

This enables them to become equipped with the skills, knowledge and understanding to live safe, healthy, positive lives as they grow up.

| Good way of seeing where the child is with their development – do they need encouragement in a certain area?

A child’s development can be measured through physical and language milestones, intellectual, emotional and social development.

Administration of the test takes between 5-10 minutes, and given the increasing number of cases that require screening, it is an appropriate tool for practitioners. The validity of the test is further strengthened by the high levels of diagnosis agreement between parent’s interviews, and observation (Kaat & Lecavalier, 2013).

to understand and follow. Makes the expectations clear. Long, wordy explanations will confuse the child and they may stop listening.

1. To ensure that children are securely attached to carers capable of providing safe and effective care for the duration of childhood.

Child Development-It helps all aspect of the child’s physical and social development. It can help the child to be creative and also help other aspects of their development.

This allow students to grow their cognitive skills and non-cognitive skills. Such as concentration and self-control.This makes children to cope with something difficult.