Signs of Spring & New Life Curriculum Framework
Signs of Spring & New Life Curriculum Framework
A carefully structured, inclusive curriculum framework designed for real early years settings.
This is not a themed activity bundle. It is a thoughtful, sustainable approach to planning, built around revisitable experiences that support depth, repetition and meaningful learning.
If you are tired of endless disconnected activities, pressure to constantly reinvent provision, or wondering how to evidence progression without overwhelming yourself, this is for you.
The Signs of Spring & New Life Framework is built around eight powerful, revisitable core experiences — not quick crafts or one-off tasks.
Each invitation:
• Works across 9 months to 5 years• Includes meaningful differentiation• Embeds vocabulary intentionally• Supports clear next steps• Builds inclusion in from the beginning• Links directly to the EYFS• Encourages depth over novelty
Inclusion is designed in, not added later.
Each experience includes:
• Sensory adaptations• Mobility adjustments• Communication support strategies• Clear adult modelling prompts• Practical modifications using everyday materials
Whether you care for a baby exploring texture, a toddler investigating cause and effect, a pre-schooler beginning to reason and predict, or a child with additional needs requiring thoughtful adjustments, the core experience remains the same.
The level of support changes.
That is what true inclusion looks like.
Inside, you’ll find:
✔ 8 curated core invitations✔ Clear activity guidance✔ Differentiation from 9 months to 5 years✔ SEND and inclusion adaptations✔ 64 vocabulary flashcards✔ EYFS links✔ Parent overview sheet✔ Home learning ideas✔ Practitioner reflection sheet✔ Ofsted conversation prompt sheet✔ Awareness and community extension page
This framework is designed to support, not overwhelm.
It is about keeping strong invitations available, following children’s interests, returning to experiences, embedding vocabulary consistently, observing deeply, and teaching intentionally but responsively.
Natural materials are encouraged. Plastic and real-life resources are welcomed too.
Calm does not mean empty.Practical does not mean cluttered.It means balanced.
And balanced environments support balanced development.
Digital download only.Print what you need and use immediately.
Licence: Individual use only. This digital product is licensed for single practitioner use and may not be copied, shared, distributed or resold.
Previously called the March Curriculum Framework.
