About this Event
Winston Way stands as a centre of excellence for Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) within United Learning—the UK’s largest multi-academy trust. Our provision is not only exceptional for our own pupils but also serves as a model of best practice, supporting other schools across the trust through visits, moderation, and shared professional development.
Strengths of Our EYFS Provision
Rich Learning Environment: Inspiring indoor and outdoor spaces that promote curiosity and active learning.
Curriculum Coherence: A well-structured, progressive curriculum ensuring depth and continuity.
Outstanding Behaviour and Inclusion: Positive learning behaviours embedded in a culture of belonging and inclusion.
Recent Improvements Driving Impact
Enhanced Pedagogy: Staff development through coaching, video reflection, and the SHREC approach.
Evidence-Informed Maths Delivery: Research-based strategies improving mathematical understanding.
Impact on Pupils: Improved outcomes, narrowed attainment gaps, stronger learning behaviours, and highly positive parent voice.
Speech and Language Success
Our Wellcomm programme has delivered exceptional progress:
Baseline (Sept 2024): 40% of children were at age-appropriate levels (green).
Summer Term (July 2025): 77% achieved green status.
Children significantly below age expectations (red) reduced from 37% to 12%, demonstrating the effectiveness of targeted interventions.
Exceptional Outcomes
GLD (Good Level of Development): Now 18% above national average, reflecting our commitment to excellence.
Phonics: Last academic year’s phonics outcomes for pupils leaving EYFS were above national benchmarks, ensuring strong foundations for KS1.
Collaboration and Leadership
Hosted London Cluster Moderation (Summer 2024, 2025 & 2026) and facilitated visits for United Learning schools, sharing best practice.
Active participation in network meetings to disseminate effective strategies.
Positive feedback from recent SEND review, affirming our inclusive and high-quality provision.
At Winston Way, EYFS is not just a starting point—it is the launchpad for lifelong success. Through strong pedagogy, inclusive practice, and family engagement, we ensure every child begins their educational journey with confidence and joy. As a hub of excellence for United Learning, we proudly support other schools in raising standards and delivering outstanding early years education.
Event venue & nearby stays
Winston Way Academy, Winston Way, Ilford, United Kingdom
Concerts, fests, parties, meetups — all the happenings, one place.