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Teaching and learning

The Curriculum Guidance for the Foundation Stage published in May 2000 is the core reference document for implementation of the Foundation Stage. 
http://www.surestart.gov.uk/ improvingquality/ensuringquality/ foundationstage/curriculumguidance/

The 2002 Education Act set out specific goals for the early years covered by the Foundation Stage.
http://www.teachernet.gov.uk /teachingandlearning/foundation/