EYFS Statement Mapping Tool

Use this when you're planning for a specific child or key group and want to browse Development Matters statements without hunting through the PDF.

1. Pick the age band your child is currently in.
2. Pick an area of learning (or leave “All areas” for the full band).
3. Or type a keyword (“water”, “friend”, “count”) to find statements by content.
4. Expand any statement to see the JLK activity launchpad and adult moves.

💡 Tip: the statements are quoted word-for-word from Development Matters, so you can use them safely on JLK Stories, ISPs, and observations. The activity and adult-move suggestions are ideas we've seen work in JLK rooms — use them as a starting point, then adapt them to the child in front of you.

• I've used the mapping tool below at least once

Pick one child in your key group. Do this NOW while the mapper is open above.

1. Filter to their current age band.
2. Skim all seven areas — pick the ONE area where you feel least sure of what next.
3. Read every statement in that area. Note the 2–3 the child is already doing.
4. Pick 1 statement they're reaching into but not yet secure on.
5. Expand it — note one activity idea and one adult move.
6. Try it this week. Record what happens in your next observation.

Bring the result to your next 1:1 with your manager.

• I've picked a child and a statement to focus on this week
• I've noted the activity idea and adult move I'll try