This is the new version of the Tapestry App for Android. We are confident that this latest release will improve the experience for most of you, but it is still in its early stages and we are aware that is still isn’t perfect. We will be releasing regular updates over the coming months so please keep an eye out for them. If you have any suggestions for improvements or are getting any error messages, please do report them by emailing c[email protected]. Thank you so much for your patience!

Our original app, Tapestry Classic, is still available for download and use but it may not be compatible for some users on android 9 or above.

App Name: Tapestry Mobile
Package Name: com.fsf.tapestryandroid

Brief

Tapestry Mobile serves as an essential companion tool for educators and parents engaged with the Tapestry EYFS Online Learning Journal. Tailored to support early years education, this app grants users the convenience of viewing and documenting children's learning experiences and milestones securely and efficiently.

Core Features

• 📝 Secure Observations: Upload and view observations complete with notes, photos, and videos, ensuring each child's progress is detailed thoroughly.
• 📊 EYFS Assessments Integration: Incorporate essential Early Years Foundation Stage assessments, Leuven scale, and characteristics of learning directly within observations.
• 🔒 Privacy & Security: The app auto-locks on closure, with a quick re-access via a personalized PIN for enhanced security.
• ✅ Manager Approval System: The optional manager approval feature allows observations to be reviewed before becoming visible on the platform.
• 📱 Mobile Optimized: Designed for on-the-go usage, making it convenient for educators and parents to stay updated with children's educational development from anywhere.

Pros

• 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Parental Involvement: Encourages active parental engagement in a child's learning journey.
• ⏱️ Efficient Workflow: Allows practitioners to capture and upload observations in a streamlined single process.
• 🔄 Real-Time Updates: Instantly shares new entries, enabling prompt feedback and interaction.
• 🔑 Easy Access: Quick login feature using a PIN improves user experience without compromising security.

Cons

• 🚫 Limited Features: The mobile app does not provide the full range of features found on the Tapestry web platform.
• 👤 Subscription Requirement: Access is dependent on having an active Tapestry web service subscription.
• 🤝 Coordination with School/Nursery: Parents may face hurdles logging in without direct support from their educational institution.
• 📶 Internet Dependency: As with most online services, it requires a stable internet connection to operate effectively.

Price

💵 Tapestry Mobile itself is a free download, however, access to its services depends on a paid subscription to the Tapestry Online Learning Journal.

For further information and to explore Tapestry’s full offerings, please visit Tapestry.