# EYLF Outcome 1: Children Have a Strong Sense of Identity > EYLF V2.0 Outcome 1 in plain words: the four sub-outcomes, what identity looks like for babies, toddlers and preschoolers, and observation examples. ## EYLF Outcome 1: A Strong Sense of Identity Outcome 1 of the [Early Years Learning Framework V2.0](https://www.acecqa.gov.au/sites/default/files/2023-01/EYLF-2022-V2.0.pdf) is about who a child is and how they feel about it. A child with a strong sense of identity feels safe, knows they belong, is growing in independence, and treats other people with care. Like every outcome, it draws on the framework's vision of belonging, being and becoming, and identity is where that vision starts. Children build their identity through relationships with family, educators and friends, and through their culture, language and community. Below are kindness and friendship resources from Australian educators, then the four sub-outcomes, what they look like at different ages, and short observation examples. For the full framework, see my [EYLF learning outcomes guide](/teacher-guides/eylf-learning-outcomes). ## Kindness and Caring for Others _(Dynamic listing feed — browse at the page URL for live results.)_ ## The Four Sub-Outcomes of Outcome 1 ### 1.1 Children feel safe, secure and supported Children trust the adults who care for them. They settle into routines, seek out a familiar educator when they need comfort, and feel free to share how they feel. ### 1.2 Children develop their emerging autonomy, inter-dependence, resilience and agency Children start doing things for themselves and making choices, while learning that they also depend on others. They try new things, cope when things go wrong, and have a say in what happens to them. ### 1.3 Children develop knowledgeable, confident self-identities and a positive sense of self-worth Children know about themselves, their family and their culture, and feel proud of it. They talk about what makes them unique, use their home languages, and explore who they are through role play. ### 1.4 Children learn to interact in relation to others with care, empathy and respect Children notice how others feel, take turns, share, and start to sort out disagreements. They learn that other people have ideas and feelings that differ from their own. > **Note:** The numbers 1.1 to 1.4 are a common shorthand in services, not part of the framework itself. The EYLF lists the sub-outcomes without numbers. ACECQA also publishes an [EYLF V2.0 learning outcomes information sheet](https://www.acecqa.gov.au/sites/default/files/2023-07/InformationSheet_EYLF-Outcomes%20Information%20Sheets.pdf) with reflective questions and practice examples. ## What Outcome 1 Looks Like at Different Ages ### Babies - Settling with a primary educator and reaching for them when unsure - Recognising the routine of nappy change, bottle and sleep, and relaxing into it - Smiling at their own reflection or a family photo on the wall - Showing a preference for a toy, and protesting when it is taken ### Toddlers - Saying "me do it" with shoes, hats and spoons - Choosing where to play and staying there - Finding their own bag, hook or bed - Offering a toy to a crying friend, or fetching an educator ### Preschoolers - Telling a story about their family, a celebration or a trip - Using words from their home language and teaching them to friends - Saying how they feel and why ("I'm cross because he took my spot") - Taking on roles in dramatic play and swapping roles with others - Standing up for themselves and for a friend ### Experiences that support Outcome 1 - Family photo walls and a family book each child can take home and add to - "All about me" books, self-portraits at the start and end of the year - Predictable routines with visual timetables - Home corner with props, clothes and cooking items from the cultures of the children in your room - Jobs and responsibilities children choose, like feeding the fish or setting the table ## Friendship Resources for Early Childhood _(Dynamic listing feed — browse at the page URL for live results.)_ ## Observation Examples for Outcome 1 A good observation for Outcome 1 says what the child did, what it shows, and what you will do next. These are made-up examples, written to show the shape. **Baby (10 months):** *Arlo crawled to Sam when a visitor came into the room and held onto his leg. After a minute in Sam's arms he looked back at the visitor and smiled. Arlo is building a secure attachment and uses a trusted educator as a safe base (Outcome 1, feeling safe, secure and supported). Next: Sam to stay close at drop-off this week while Arlo settles with the new casual educator.* **Toddler (2):** *Zara refused help with her shoes and tried for five minutes, then asked "help me just this one". This shows growing autonomy and resilience, and that she can ask for help when she needs it (Outcome 1, autonomy, inter-dependence, resilience and agency). Next: give Zara extra time at transitions and add easy slip-on shoes to the dress-ups.* **Preschooler (4):** *During group time Kai showed the group how his family says hello in Samoan and taught everyone the word. He smiled when friends used it at lunch. Kai is proud of his culture and language (Outcome 1, confident self-identity and self-worth). Next: invite Kai's family to share a song or story.* For longer narrative documentation, see my [learning story examples and templates](/teacher-guides/learning-story-examples-and-templates). ### The other EYLF outcomes - [Outcome 2: Children are connected with and contribute to their world](/teacher-guides/eylf-outcome-2-connected-world) - [Outcome 3: Children have a strong sense of wellbeing](/teacher-guides/eylf-outcome-3-wellbeing) - [Outcome 4: Children are confident and involved learners](/teacher-guides/eylf-outcome-4-confident-learners) - [Outcome 5: Children are effective communicators](/teacher-guides/eylf-outcome-5-communicators) ## Frequently Asked Questions ### What is EYLF Outcome 1? Outcome 1 of the [EYLF V2.0](https://www.acecqa.gov.au/sites/default/files/2023-01/EYLF-2022-V2.0.pdf) is Children have a strong sense of identity. It covers feeling safe and secure, growing autonomy and resilience, a positive sense of self, and treating others with care, empathy and respect. ### What are the sub-outcomes of EYLF Outcome 1? There are four: children feel safe, secure and supported; children develop their emerging autonomy, inter-dependence, resilience and agency; children develop knowledgeable, confident self-identities and a positive sense of self-worth; and children learn to interact in relation to others with care, empathy and respect. ### What changed in Outcome 1 in EYLF V2.0? The four sub-outcomes are close to the first version. The third now adds a positive sense of self-worth, the second says resilience and agency rather than a sense of agency, and V2.0 adds more examples, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander ways of knowing, connection to Country and kinship, and children telling stories about their family and culture. ### What activities support a strong sense of identity? All about me books, family photo walls, self-portraits, dramatic play with props from the cultures of children in the room, predictable routines, and small jobs children choose for themselves. [Browse identity resources here](/s?keywords=identity&pub_yearLevels=has_any%3AearlyChildhood). ### How do I write an observation for Outcome 1? Describe what the child did and said, name what it shows, link it to the sub-outcome that fits best, and add one next step. Keep it short. Four sentences is often enough. ### Can I find free Outcome 1 resources on TeachBuySell? Yes. [Browse free all about me and identity resources here](/s?keywords=all%20about%20me&price=0%2C0), or use the price filter on any search. --- Source: https://teachbuysell.com.au/teacher-guides/eylf-outcome-1-identity Marketplace: https://teachbuysell.com.au