Developmental Domains
The Early Development Instrument (EDI) measures children’s ability to meet age-appropriate developmental expectations in five general areas or domains.
Physical Health
& Well-being
Social
Competence
Emotional
Maturity
Language &
Cognitive Skills
Communication Skills and General Knowledge
Physical Health & Well-being
Physical readiness for school day
Physical independence
Gross and fine motor skills
Social Competence
Overall social competence
Responsibility and respect
Approaches to learning
Readiness to explore new things
Emotional Maturity
Prosocial and helping behaviour
Anxious and fearful behaviour
Aggressive behaviour
Hyperactivity and inattentive behaviour
Language & Cognitive Skills
Basic literacy
Interest in literacy/numeracy and memory
Advanced literacy
Basic numeracy
Communication Skills and General Knowledge
Communication skills with both peers and adults
Storytelling participation & imaginative play
Articulates clearly
Proficient in their native language
Age-appropriate knowledge about the life and world around
