This book provides essential support and guidance for all Early Years students who have a professional practice or placement element to their studies. Both practical guidance on the day-to-day workings of early years settings and detailed notes on the delivery of the Early Years Foundation Stage are covered in an accessible way. Advice on preparing for placement and the placement experience is provided, including notes on what to expect and how to cope with potential challenges. In addition, a chapter on the range and diversity of Early Years placements examines how the sector has developed and how it is shaped today.<BR><BR>The book covers the four areas of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) in detail. A chapter on The Unique Child looks at the individual needs of children within their setting, covering inclusive practice, health and safety and child protection. Positive Relationships examines how to effectively work with others, including children, colleagues and parents during placements. Enabling Environments examines observation, planning and assessment and encourages an understanding of how the wider environment contributes to children's learning. Finally, a chapter on Learning and Development explores pedagogy and how to best support children to learn in their placement setting.<BR><BR>A complete guide to the placement experience, this book supports all students of Early Years, Early Childhood Studies, Primary Teacher Training (early years) and EYPS on their journey to becoming a qualified practitioner.