EYFS Profile Handbook

Ensure accurate and consistent assessment of children’s development at the end of the EYFS with the official EYFS Profile Handbook, published by the UK Department for Education. This essential resource provides comprehensive guidance for early years educators in England on completing the EYFS Profile assessment in line with statutory requirements.  

We’ve made this authoritative document available as a free download in our shop for your convenience. 

Why Download? 

• Detailed instructions on evaluating children’s development against the 17 Early Learning Goals (ELGs) across the seven areas of learning. 

• Advice on assessing children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), ensuring all children are supported appropriately. 

• Clear information on sharing assessment outcomes with Year 1 teachers, parents/carers and local authorities, facilitating smooth transitions. 

• Key dates for completing and submitting the EYFS Profile, ensuring compliance with statutory timelines. 

• Directly published by the UK Department for Education, guaranteeing the most accurate and current information. 

This is the unaltered official version published by the UK Government. 

Free to download.