The curriculum guidance for the foundation stage states:

"Practitioners should use materials that positively reflect diversity and are free from discrimination and stereotyping".

In your setting

• Include displays, books, labels and notices in the children's home languages.
• Make sure displays reflect a multi-cultural world.
• Choose books that show positive images of all children.
• Provide a variety of multi-cultural toys, puzzles and games.
• Plan the role play area to reflect other cultures.

Remember to check the pronunciation of a child's name and encourage all staff to practice it.

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