Here’s an educator-friendly EYLF V2.0 Reference Sheet designed for quick use in planning, documentation, and reflection. It’s structured to support intuitive linking between observations and outcomes, with simplified language and examples to spark educator insight.
Outcome 1: Children have a strong sense of identity
Focus Areas:
- Secure, confident, and included
- Autonomy and agency
- Interactions with empathy
- Recognition of achievements
Examples:
- Separates confidently from family
- Chooses own resources and activities
- Expresses emotions and needs
- Celebrates own and others’ successes
Outcome 2: Children are connected with and contribute to their world
Focus Areas:
- Community participation
- Respect for diversity
- Care for environment
- Social responsibility
Examples:
- Engages in cultural celebrations
- Shows kindness and fairness
- Helps with routines and cleanup
- Notices and discusses nature
Outcome 3: Children have a strong sense of well-being
Focus Areas:
- Physical health and safety
- Emotional regulation
- Resilience and self-care
- Movement and coordination
Examples:
- Names and manages feelings
- Tries again after setbacks
- Practices hygiene independently
- Moves confidently in outdoor play
Outcome 4: Children are confident and involved learners
Focus Areas:
- Curiosity and inquiry
- Problem-solving and persistence
- Creativity and imagination
- Transfer of knowledge
Examples:
- Asks “why” and “how” questions
- Experiments with materials
- Engages in pretend play
- Applies past learning to new tasks
Outcome 5: Children are effective communicators
Focus Areas:
- Verbal and non-verbal expression
- Literacy and numeracy foundations
- Symbolic representation
- Digital and multimodal tools
Examples:
- Uses descriptive language
- Recognises letters and numbers
- Draws to express ideas
- Engages with books and stories
How to Use This Sheet
- Use as a checklist during observations
- Link indicators to summative assessments
- Embed into planning cycles and documentation tools
- Support educator reflection and team discussions
EYLF V2.0 Reference Sheet – Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers
Babies (0–18 months)
| Outcome | Indicators | Examples |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Identity | Feels safe with familiar adults | Settles with key educator, responds to name |
| 2. Connectedness | Begins to notice others | Watches peers, smiles during group songs |
| 3. Well-being | Expresses needs through cues | Cries when hungry, reaches for comfort |
| 4. Learning | Explores through senses | Mouths objects, watches cause-effect toys |
| 5. Communication | Uses gestures and sounds | Babbles, points, imitates facial expressions |
Toddlers (18 months–3 years)
| Outcome | Indicators | Examples |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Identity | Shows independence | Chooses toys, says “me do it” |
| 2. Connectedness | Begins cooperative play | Shares materials, joins group routines |
| 3. Well-being | Expresses emotions verbally | Says “I’m sad,” seeks comfort |
| 4. Learning | Repeats actions to learn | Builds towers, explores textures |
| 5. Communication | Uses simple sentences | Names objects, sings familiar songs |
Preschoolers (3–5 years)
| Outcome | Indicators | Examples |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Identity | Expresses preferences and ideas | Chooses roles in play, shares opinions |
| 2. Connectedness | Understands fairness and inclusion | Invites others to play, discusses differences |
| 3. Well-being | Manages transitions and emotions | Uses calming strategies, names feelings |
| 4. Learning | Investigates and problem-solves | Asks “why,” experiments with materials |
| 5. Communication | Engages in storytelling and literacy | Retells events, uses drawing to express ideas |
Educator Tips
- Use this sheet to guide observations and link to summative assessments
- Adapt language for family-friendly documentation
- Embed indicators into planning cycles and reflective practice
- Use icons or colour coding for visual learners and team displays
Further Reading
How Children Achieve EYLF Learning Outcomes Version 2.0
Free EYLF Version 2.0 Posters and Cheat Sheets
EYLF Principles & Practices Cheat Sheet