EYFS Autumn 1 Medium Term Planning:  Reception
Plan your first half term with confidence using this mapped-out medium term plan for Autumn 1. Written specifically for Reception teachers following the EYFS Framework and Development Matters 2021, this plan includes:
 
Weekly themes and focus questions (e.g., Starting School, All About Me, My Family, Houses & Homes).
 
5 core book-linked inputs per week with learning intentions, vocabulary, and follow-up ideas.
Cross-curricular activity suggestions and continuous provision enhancements linked to each theme.
Simple, adaptable ideas for whole class, small group, and adult-led interactions.
 
Perfect for new ECTs and experienced EYFS practitioners alike, this resource gives you a clear structure while leaving flexibility for your own creative teaching style.
 
EYFS Maths Plan – Counting to 5 (Autumn 1)
A complete 3-week maths teaching sequence for Reception children, covering progression from counting to 3, then to 4, and finally to 5. This resource includes:
Weekly overviews with focus, vocabulary, resources, and assessment points.
Daily carpet inputs with modelling, songs, stories, and interactive games.
Play observation prompts to guide high-quality adult interactions in play.
This plan builds firm counting foundations through talk, exploration, and hands-on experiences. Whether you’re a new teacher or an experienced EYFS lead, you’ll have everything you need to make maths engaging, purposeful, and progressive.