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First day learning story example

First days reveal belonging, confidence, and engagement. Keep the observation supportive and specific.

First day learning story example

Tui entered holding a caregiver’s hand, watched peers, and stayed close. After a warm greeting and options, she chose blocks, first observing, then placing a piece. She smiled when it balanced and looked to a peer. Later, she joined tidy‑up with a prompt and waved goodbye at pickup.

Learning analysis (EYLF v2.0 / Te Whāriki)

  • EYLF Outcome 1: developing a sense of belonging and trust with educators.
  • EYLF Outcome 2: participating in routines and shared spaces.
  • EYLF Outcome 3: regulating emotions with support in a new environment.
  • Te Whāriki – Belonging (Mana Whenua) and Wellbeing (Mana Atua): settling, comfort, and secure relationships.

Next steps and extensions

  • Create a simple visual “my day” card for arrival → play → tidy‑up → goodbye.
  • Pair Tui with a buddy for one familiar area (blocks/books) next session.
  • Share a photo story with family to reinforce new routines.

Quick summary and tips

  • Note concrete settle behaviours: observing, first choice, participation.
  • Link to belonging and wellbeing outcomes.

First day learning story example

First days reveal belonging, confidence, and engagement. Keep the observation supportive and specific.

First day learning story example

Tui entered holding a caregiver’s hand, watched peers, and stayed close. After a warm greeting and options, she chose blocks, first observing, then placing a piece. She smiled when it balanced and looked to a peer. Later, she joined tidy‑up with a prompt and waved goodbye at pickup.

Learning analysis (EYLF v2.0 / Te Whāriki)

  • EYLF Outcome 1: developing a sense of belonging and trust with educators.
  • EYLF Outcome 2: participating in routines and shared spaces.
  • EYLF Outcome 3: regulating emotions with support in a new environment.
  • Te Whāriki – Belonging (Mana Whenua) and Wellbeing (Mana Atua): settling, comfort, and secure relationships.

Next steps and extensions

  • Create a simple visual “my day” card for arrival → play → tidy‑up → goodbye.
  • Pair Tui with a buddy for one familiar area (blocks/books) next session.
  • Share a photo story with family to reinforce new routines.

Quick summary and tips

  • Note concrete settle behaviours: observing, first choice, participation.
  • Link to belonging and wellbeing outcomes.