solvent. 1. (of a substance, esp a liquid) capable of dissolving another substance. 2. a liquid capable of dissolving another substance. 3. the component of a solution that does not change its state in forming the solution or the component that is present in excess.. (of a substance, esp a liquid) capable of dissolving another substance. 2. a liquid capable of dissolving another substance. 3. the component of a solution that does not change its state in forming the solution or the component that is present in excess.
Early years foundation stage. The early years foundation stage (. ) sets standards for the learning, development and care of your child from birth to 5 years old.All schools and Ofsted-registered early years providers must follow the. , including childminders, preschools, nurseries and school reception classes.he early years foundation stage (. ) sets standards for the learning, development and care of your child from birth to 5 years old. All schools and Ofsted-registered early years providers must follow the.
The foundation stage was introduced as a distinct phase of education for children aged 3-5 in September 2000. 1  In preparation, Curriculum guidance for the foundation stage was distributed in May 2000 to all schools with nursery and reception classes, and to early years settings receiving nursery education grant funding. This guidance sets out six areas of learning which form the basis of the foundation stage curriculum.