Move Up Day Activities | EYFS
A practical mini bank of activities designed to support Reception teachers in planning for move up day. Created by an experienced Early Years teacher, this resource gives you a ready-to-use collection of circle time games and linked stories to help children feel calm, excited and prepared as they transition into their new class or setting.
What’s Included?
- A bank of circle time games and activities for move up day
- Linked story suggestions to support discussion and preparation for transition
- Practical, low-preparation ideas that can be used flexibly on the day or in the lead up to it
Why Teachers Love It
- Takes the planning pressure out of move up day with ready-to-use ideas
- Supports children to feel settled, safe and positive about their transition
- Flexible enough to adapt to the needs and context of your setting
- Sits alongside wider transition planning without adding to your workload
How Can I Use This Resource?
- Use circle time activities in the days or weeks leading up to move up day
- Share linked stories to open up conversations about change and new beginnings
- Use flexibly on move up day itself to support a calm and purposeful session
- Use alongside the Starting School Stars Posters and Getting Ready for Reception resource for broader transition support
💡 This resource is also available inside the Is it Time to Play? Membership, giving members access to hundreds of planning tools, resources and professional development materials for no additional cost.
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