Milestone Rainbow (Reception): England
Tracker · Reception · EYFS · Development Matters
A painted rainbow of Development Matters milestones for children in Reception. Children colour a stripe as they reach each one.
- 2 A4 pages, as a PDF
- Low-ink version included
- Based on EYFS, Development Matters
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About this tracker
The Milestone Rainbow puts the Development Matters statements for children in Reception into the stripes of a painted rainbow, one colour for each area of learning.
The Development Matters statements for Reception lead towards the Early Learning Goals that teachers assess at the end of the Reception year in the EYFS Profile. It suits childminders who care for Reception children before and after school or in the holidays, and anyone helping a pre-schooler get ready for the move to school.
Children colour a stripe as they reach each milestone. It makes progress something they can see and be proud of, and it is a lovely keepsake when they leave your setting.
What's inside
- The Milestone Rainbow: Development Matters statements in seven colour-coded areas
- A sheet listing every statement by area
- A low-ink version of both pages for home printers
How to use it
- Print the rainbow and write the child's name.
- Notice each stripe during everyday play.
- When the child does it most of the time, let them colour the stripe.
- Share the rainbow with families, and send it home as a keepsake when they move on.
Questions
Which framework is this based on?+
Development Matters (DfE, revised 2023), the non-statutory curriculum guidance for the EYFS in England. The statements are the ones it gives for children in Reception.
Can I use it for more than one child?+
Yes. Print one copy per child, as many as you need for your setting.
Can I print it at home?+
Yes. It is an A4 PDF, and a low-ink version with the same pages but no painted background comes with it.
I subscribe to KinderStart. Do I pay for this?+
No. Every printable is free in the KinderStart app for subscribers.
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