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Need-to-know: DfE launches consultation on space requirements in early years settings

The DfE is consulting on whether certain outdoor spaces should be included in the EYFS framework space requirements. Find out how to respond to the consultation, which you'll need to do by Friday 11 July.

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The DfE is consulting on options for amending indoor space requirements for early years providers. The deadline for responses is Friday 11 July 2025.

You can read more about the consultation on the DfE’s website, and have your say via its online survey.

This is just a consultation – your school should not make any changes to its policies or procedures.

Who can respond to the consultation?

The consultation is for those working in the early years and childcare sector, including:

  • Schools with a reception cohort
  • Early years and childcare educators
  • Early years settings, including nurseries and preschools

You can find a full list on page 3 of the consultation document.

What is the consultation about?

The consultation is asking for views on whether to include ‘free-flow outdoor space’ in the EYFS space requirements for children aged 2 and over. 

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