This editable, printable form allows you to record observations of children while they play. It is very important to have ways to assess children at all areas of their development, including observing how children interact socially. Observations of children’s play gives the observer a collection of important information. It provides information about the child in respect of them as individual. This form allows you to observe children in a way where you can discover their interests, assess their developmental levels, and see what strategies they use to attain their goals. Observing children at play also allows you to learn about their personalities.

When working in a childcare setting observing children’s play becomes part of the practitioner’s responsibility. It is down to leaders and managers to ensure practitioners are confident in carrying out observations and understand the purpose of them. In an easy chart form with areas to notate behaviors, this form gives the observer more confidence in observing things that matter the most!!

This form will also allow you to take specific targeted notes of the child’s interactions. This includes if they are able to solve issues on their own, and even if they are able to maintain self-control in social interactions. This can be a valuable tool in identifying developmental needs and strengths! To top it off, this form is editable and you can easily insert your daycare name/logo!