Early Years Staff Supervision Meeting Form | EYFS Practitioner 1:1 Appraisal & Development Record

Support reflective practice, prioritise staff wellbeing, and meet Ofsted regulatory standards with this comprehensive EYFS Supervision Meeting Template. Specially designed for nursery managers, room leaders, and early years supervisors, this structured 1:1 meeting framework ensures meaningful conversations around safeguarding, key child development, training needs, and workload management.

Key Features & What's Included

• Staff-Led Agenda & Initial Check-In: Begins with open prompts to ensure staff voice is prioritised, addressing successes and unresolved challenges right at the start.

• Roles, Workload & Responsibilities Review: Explores daily duties, workload balance, and practical adjustments to prevent burnout and support staff mental health.

• Dedicated Key Child Progress Section: Individual review spaces to assess key children's progress, strengths, next steps, potential barriers, and tailored strategies.

• Safeguarding & Welfare Check: Dedicated section to record safeguarding vigilance, individual child concerns, required escalations, and personal wellbeing support.

• Professional Development & Career Mapping: Dedicated tracking tables for immediate training needs, appraisal target updates (SMART steps), and long-term career aspirations.

• Action-Oriented Sign-Off: Complete with an agreed master action plan table, single-key takeaway section, and formal sign-off signatures for compliance and confidentiality.

Format & Features

• Editable Word Document (.docx) — Fully customizable so you can adapt prompts, adjust styling, or insert setting branding.

• Instant Digital Download — Download immediately and use repeatedly for monthly or quarterly staff supervisions.