Early years training for employers
At Realise, we deliver early years training for employers that strengthens workforce capability and supports high-quality provision.
Our flexible early years training courses are designed around the realities of early years settings. With practical, workplace-focused learning, your team can apply new skills immediately, improving outcomes for children and meeting regulatory requirements.
Invest in early years staff training that builds confidence, supports compliance with the EYFS, and drives long-term success for your setting.
Early years training options
Level 3 Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator
An accredited Level 3 SENCo course delivered online over four months for practitioners qualified at Level 3 or above. Develop the expertise to lead SEND provision and meet SEND Code of Practice requirements in your setting.
Key topics include:
- Early identification of SEND
- Graduated approach
- EHCPs (Education, Health and Care Plans)
- SEND legislation
- Partnership working
Price - £400 plus VAT
Level 3 Award in Working with Babies and Young Children
A specialist early years qualification for baby room practitioners, delivered flexibly over 4–5 months.
Build practical skills in infant development, attachment, and responsive care to improve the quality of provision for babies.
Key topics include:
- Infant development
- Attachment and responsive care
- Quality support in line with EYFS requirements
Price - £550 plus VAT
Level 3 Coaching and Mentoring
A flexible online course designed to improve staff development, coaching, and mentoring in early years settings.
Delivered online over around five months, the course provides practical, workplace-focused training to drive performance, improve communication, and retain talent.
Key topics include:
- Coaching techniques
- Active listening
- Giving effective feedback
- Mentoring in the workplace
- Supporting career progression
Price - £700 plus VAT
Level 3 Principles of Leadership and Management
A 12-week programme for early years managers, supervisors, and team leaders - delivered flexibly over 12 weeks through online learning, webinars and one-to-one trainer support.
Develop confident leadership skills to manage teams, improve performance, and deliver high-quality childcare.
Key topics include:
- Leadership and decision making
- Problem solving in childcare settings
- Managing staff performance
- Leading teams effectively
Price - £700 plus VAT
Level 5 Certificate in Professional Coaching Practice
An advanced leadership and coaching qualification for early years leaders.
The programme focuses on improving performance, communication and staff wellbeing, enabling leaders to build strong teams and embed reflective, high-quality practice that supports positive outcomes for staff, children and families.
Key topics include:
- Leadership and management
- Effective communication and team building
- Supporting staff wellbeing and resilience
- Performance improvement
Price - £1,300 plus VAT
Bespoke training to fit your needs
If you can’t find the solution you’re looking for, we can design and deliver tailored training that’s built around your workforce, your setting and your specific business goals.
Our bespoke approach means we take the time to understand your organisation -whether you’re looking to upskill your team, address specific skills gaps or support long-term growth.
We’ll work closely with you to create a programme that aligns with your priorities, fits seamlessly into your day-to-day operations and delivers meaningful, measurable impact.
Price - various
Not sure where to start?
Choosing the right early years training solution is important for your early years setting. Our training experts are here to help you find the best apprenticeship, qualification or workforce development option for your business needs.
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