• Early Years Initial Assessment

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  • A - About Me

  • For Level 1, you do not need to be working or volunteering to join this course. However, ELATT strongly recommends volunteering in an early years or primary school setting while you study, as this will support your assignments and help you put your learning into practice.

    For Level 2, you must complete at least 200 hours in a real early years setting (birth to 5 years) and in a primary school. This is a compulsory requirement.

    For Level 3, you must complete 350 hours in an early years setting. This must be for at least 8 hours each week, ideally across two or more days. This is a compulsory requirement.

  • Are you able to commit to this?*
  • Do you currently work or volunteer in an early years or primary setting?*
  • What is your highest qualification in English?*
  • What is your highest qualification in Maths?*
  • What is your highest qualification in IT?*
  • Do you hold any childcare or early years qualifications already?*
  • Do you hold a current enhanced DBS?*
  • When are you available to start paid employment?*

  • Initial Assessment - Instructions for learners

    • Complete this test ON YOUR OWN, without using a dictionary or phone. 
    • Read each question carefully before you answer. 
    • For the reading section B: tick ONE box for each question. 
    • The assessement has three sections.  
      Total marks: 37

  • B  Early Years Knowledge

    12 marks

  • B1. What age range do early years practitioners usually work with?
  • B2. What is the EYFS?
  • B3. A child comes into nursery with an unexplained injury. What should you do first?
  • B4. What is an enhanced DBS check?

  • B5. A 4 year-old child comes to you during free play and says "Daddy hurts me when I am naughty"

  • B6. A parent asks you to tell them what another child in the nursery has been doing during the day, including details about the child's behaviour.

  • C - Reading Comprehension - Multiple choice

    5 marks

  • Working in the Early Years 


    Early years practitioners play a vital role in the development of young children. They work in nurseries, preschools, and other childcare settings, supporting children from birth to five years old. Their work involves planning activities, observing children’s progress, and providing a safe and nurturing environment. 
    A key part of the role is safeguarding — making sure that every child is protected from harm. Practitioners must be aware of signs that a child may be at risk and know how to report concerns to the appropriate person. All staff working with children must hold an Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) certificate before they can begin work. 
    Practitioners also work closely with parents and carers, keeping them informed about their child’s learning and well-being. Good communication skills are essential, as is the ability to write clear and accurate records. The Level 2 qualification provides the knowledge and practical skills needed to work confidently in this rewarding career. 

  • B1. According to the passage, what age range do early years practitioners work with? (1 mark)
  • B2. Which of the following is NOT mentioned as part of an early years practitioner's work in the passage? (1 mark)
  • B3. What does 'safeguarding' mean in this passage? (1 mark)
  • B4. Why must all staff working with children hold an Enhanced DBS certificate? (1 mark)
  • B5. According to the passage, what skills are essential for an early years practitioner? (1 mark)

  • Section marks: _____ / 5

  • C - Writing

    20 marks

  • Instructions

    • Answer the question below in two paragraphs (at least 8-12 sentences in total).
    • You will be assessed on the clarity of your ideas, sentence structure, punctuation, spelling, and paragraph organisation.

  • Your writing will be assessed on:

    • Clarity and relevancee of your ideas
    • Sentence structure and grammar
    • Punctuation and spelling
    • Organisation into two paragraphs

  • Section marks: _____ / 20

  • Total marks: _____ / 37

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