KS1 Continuous Provision Implementation Handbook

A comprehensive, practical handbook to support schools in implementing continuous provision across KS1 which takes you beyond the question of “What should provision look like?” and into how to make it work effectively in real classrooms.

Designed to support the whole implementation journey, this handbook explores the mindset shift towards play-based learning, the purpose of continuous provision, planning and organisation, the role of the adult, managing provision, developing independence and ensuring provision remains purposeful and curriculum-driven.

It provides guidance to help teachers understand how continuous provision can be used to teach, practise, apply and deepen KS1 curriculum objectives, rather than becoming an additional task or simply recreating EYFS provision in Year 1 and Year 2.

With practical advice, considerations and implementation guidance throughout, the handbook supports schools to develop provision that is intentional, manageable and rooted in the KS1 curriculum, while still giving children the opportunity to explore, create, problem-solve, collaborate and learn through play.

Perfect for individual teachers, year groups or whole-school implementation, this is a practical guide for schools wanting to make the move towards meaningful play-based learning in KS1 with greater clarity, confidence and consistency.