Key publications - social & emotional development

Social and emotional development publications

Personal, Social and Emotional Development (PSED) – 2006

PSED aims to improve early years practitioners’ understanding and practice in relation to the personal, social and emotional aspects of babies’ and young children’s development and learning. It was developed by the DfES in collaboration with Kings College London.


Review of evidence for effective service provision for children's social and emotional development, and implications for Sure Start settings:

Assessing Social and Emotional Development Competence (2004)

What works in promoting children's mental health: Brief (2004)

What Works In Promoting Children’s Mental Health: final report (2004)