How can I help all children learn and progress? Information on how to help children learn and progress Home > The early years foundation stage > How can I help all children learn and progress? Every child is a unique child, who is constantly learning and can be resilient, capable, confident and self-assured. This section contains information to help practitioners to support each individual child’s learning and development. Planning and observation Assessments and tracking progress Characteristics of effective learning Seven areas of learning Early communication and closing the word gap Integrated reviews