Unlock the Secret Language of Early Years Play

Understanding Early Years Schemas

Move beyond "managing behaviour" to understanding development. Join Julia Dourish for a 2-hour expert guide to Schemas in the EYFS.

Do your learners constantly throw, line up, or hide objects? These aren't just repetitive habits—they are Schemas: the biological patterns of behaviour that drive cognitive growth.

This course helps you:

  • Identify: Spot the 9 core schemas (Trajectory, Enveloping, Transporting, etc.).
  • Adapt: Create a "schema-friendly" environment that meets children's needs.
  • Communicate: Explain the value of schematic play to parents and observers.

Why Practitioners Choose This Course:

  • 2 hours of Impact: Expert-led, bite size modules that fit into busy schedule.

  • Practical Tools: A one-off investment for a lifetime of better classroom behaviour.

  • Certificate: Validate your expertise upon completion.

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What You'll Achieve

By completing this comprehensive 2-hour online course, you will:

Master the Theory

Understand how schemas drive cognitive and motor development.

Spot the Patterns

Confidently identify schematic behaviours through expert observation.

Tailor Your Support

Match resources to individual interests to boost self-regulation and social skills.

Optimise Your Space

Create an enriching, open-ended environment that fuels discovery.

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Julia Dourish

Julia Dourish is the Educational Content Lead for Early Years CPD at Twinkl. As a qualified early years educator Julia has many years of experience teaching and leading in the UK and abroad. She is currently pursuing a Master of Arts and Science in Interdisciplinary Problems and Methods, to help further deepen understanding of early childhood education and its complexities.

Passionate about supporting early years educators, Julia has developed CPD resources on topics such as play, attachment theory, risky play, and many more. Regularly featured on episodes of the renowned podcast Twinkl Talks: EYFS, Julia is committed to empowering early years professionals with the knowledge and confidence to create enriching learning experiences for young children.
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