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EYFS Activities
We love EYFS activities. And if our blog traffic is anything to go by, so do you! So, to make it easier to find them, we’ve gathered them all here. Not enough for you? Take a look at Ovivio Activities and get access to our amazing learning library!
We’ve also collected our themed activities together, for things like the seasons, calendar events and books. Check it out!
Room on the Broom Activities for EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage)
Let’s take flight into the magical world of Room on the Broom! This much-loved tale by Julia Donaldson is perfect for...
14 Earth Day activities to celebrate Earth Day 2026 at your nursery
Earth Day 2026 is on the 22nd April (as it is every year). Nurseries and schools around the world can...
Eid Activities for EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage)
Celebrate the joyous festival of Eid with fun, engaging, and meaningful activities that help early years children explore different cultures...
Superhero Activities for EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage)
It’s time to unleash the powers of imagination and learning! Superhero-themed activities are a brilliant way to inspire confidence, teamwork,...
Jack and the Beanstalk Activities for EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage)
The classic tale of Jack and the Beanstalk offers a rich platform for early years learning, helping to develop literacy, maths, creativity,...
Hungry Caterpillar Activities for EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage)
The beloved story of The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle provides a wonderful foundation for engaging and educational activities in EYFS....
Dear Zoo Activities for EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage)
Get ready to roar, stomp, and learn with the much-loved story Dear Zoo by Rod Campbell! This timeless tale is...
Stick Man Activities for EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage)
Stick Man by Julia Donaldson is a much-loved story that offers a wealth of opportunities for EYFS learning. Through engaging Stick Man...
Mother’s Day Activities for EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage)
Celebrate the special bond between children and their mums (or other important caregivers) with these fun and creative Mother’s Day activities...
Red Nose Day Activities for EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage)
Get ready to bring laughter, kindness, and creativity to your early years setting with these fun-packed Red Nose Day activities...
St. Patrick’s Day Activities for EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage)
Bring the Irish luck into your early years setting with these fun and engaging St. Patrick’s Day activities for EYFS! From...
World Book Day Activities for EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage)
World Book Day is a fantastic opportunity for early years settings to foster a love of reading and storytelling in...
Pancake Day Activities for EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage)
Flip into fun with these exciting Pancake Day activities for EYFS! Pancake Day, also known as Shrove Tuesday, is the perfect...
St. David’s Day Activities for EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage)
Celebrate the vibrant culture of Wales with these fun and educational St. David’s Day activities for EYFS! From exploring Welsh traditions...
Under the Sea Activities for EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage)
Exploring an “under the sea” theme with EYFS children is a wonderful way to introduce them to marine life while...
Transport Activities for EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage)
Introducing transport-themed activities in an EYFS setting is a fun and interactive way to engage children while promoting learning in...
Goldilocks and the Three Bears Activities for EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage)
The classic tale of Goldilocks and the Three Bears is an excellent way to engage young children in a range...
Bee Activities for EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage)
Buzz into learning with these engaging bee activities for EYFS! Bees are a fascinating theme to help children explore nature, teamwork,...
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Sensory play for babies: 12 ideas to try
Babies begin their sensory development long before they take their first breath. Even before birth, babies eagerly sense the world...
Remembrance Day Activities for EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage)
Remembrance Day is marked on the 11th of November every year in the UK and other countries, a day to...
Chinese New Year Activities for EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage)
Chinese New Year is a colourful and culturally rich festival that provides an excellent opportunity for EYFS practitioners to introduce...
Dinosaur Activities for EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage)
Dinosaurs are awesome – though that’s mainly because they’re not around anymore. They’re also a fascinating theme for young children,...
Diwali Activities for EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage)
Diwali, the Festival of Lights, is a vibrant and meaningful celebration that can be incorporated into Early Years Foundation Stage...
Minibeast Activities for EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage)
Minibeast activities are an exciting and educational way to introduce children in EYFS to the world of insects and other...
Autumn Activities for EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage)
Autumn provides an ideal opportunity for Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) practitioners to engage children in sensory-rich and educational experiences...
Bonfire Night Activities for EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage)
Bonfire Night, or Guy Fawkes Night, provides an exciting opportunity for EYFS practitioners to engage children with fun, educational, and...
Halloween Activities for EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage)
Halloween is a perfect opportunity to engage children in fun, spooky, and educational autumnal activities that align with the EYFS...
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