No Child Left Behind: Observation & Assessment Made Simple – A Practical Guide for Early Years Educators by Clare Devlin

What if the key to better planning isn’t doing more—but seeing more? Join the Founder of Clare Devlin - Education Consultancy, in this engaging and down-to-earth session where you’ll discover a practical, no-nonsense approach to observation, assessment, and planning in early childhood education.

This isn’t about checklists or paperwork overload—it’s about truly seeing your children, understanding what their play and behavior are telling you, and using that insight to plan meaningful experiences.

In this session, Clare Devlin, will walk you through a simple yet powerful three-step reflective cycle—What, So What, Now What—designed to help you observe with purpose, assess with clarity, and plan with intention. You’ll learn how to tune into children’s natural play, record meaningful observations, and collaborate with your team to make confident, informed decisions that support each child’s development.

You’ll leave this session feeling inspired and equipped with tools you can use right away—whether you’re a seasoned practitioner or just starting out.

In this session, you will: 

• Learn how to record rich, objective observations that capture the essence of children’s play, thinking, and learning. 

• Strengthen your skills in making sense of observations through reflective team discussions. 

• Explore how to plan purposeful next steps that build on children’s strengths, interests, and emerging priorities. 

• Use involvement levels as a practical tool to understand and support deep engagement. 

• Discover how to simplify your observation, and assessment process using a clear, one-page format.