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Our Early Years Training Centre is dedicated to empowering passionate professionals who work with young children. We offer a range of CPD courses and recognised qualifications that enhance skills and open doors to rewarding careers in early years education.

Our trainers, career-focused approach, and supportive community make us the ideal place for those committed to making a difference in children’s lives.

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Accessible Training

Live sessions are delivered virtually, or at easily accessible training venues in central London.

Expert Trainers

Our expert trainers and support team are on standby to help you throughout your training.

Flexible Courses

Our foundation programmes allow you to work and earn whilst studying.

Online Learning

Study online at your own pace and around other commitments whilst being supported by our trainers.

Home-Based Childcare

Next Introductory Session Tuesday 26th February 6pm

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Early Years Educator

Next Introductory Session Tuesday 26th February 7pm

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Maternity Programme

Next classroom training starting Saturday 1st February Limited places left
Or enrol on our self-paced online course any time

Find out more at our next Free introductory Session Tuesday 19th February 6pm

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Sleep Practitioner Programme

Next Sleep Practitioner Programme starting Thursday 23rd January Limited places left

Next Introductory Session Tuesday 19th January 7pm

 

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OFSTED Approved

6 or 12 Hour Paediatric First-Aid Courses

One day course with option for online blended 12 hour.

Sessions run every Saturday in Central London

6 Hour
12 Hour
Live Remote Sessions

Nutrition Short Courses

Half-day workshops with our paediatric dietitian, covering many aspects of nutrition in the early years.

Next training block in February/March 2025

Starting solids – 26th Feb
Reflux, colic, food sensitivities – 28th Feb
Fussy Eating – 1st Mar
Healthy eating for children – 5th Mar

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    H A
    5 stars
    Honestly, really enjoyed my 12 hour paediatric course, the company I choose London school of childcare studies were really informative with the course and what to expect, the online learning was simple to follow and the trainer Leeroy was so lovely he made the practical element of the course extr…
    Kelly Puttock
    5 stars
    Great
    Richard L
    5 stars
    I attended the very good six hour paediatric first aid course. It covered all the topics well. My only suggestion is to allow a bit more time for hands on practice eg on techniques for dealing with choking, to make sure that these are embedded. Leroy, the presenter, was excellent. He is clea…
    Dorottya Pap
    5 stars
    I highly recommend the Sleep Practitioner course! The course gives a comprehensive overview of family/child sleep coaching. The written and oral feedback on the exam is fair and constructive and encourages you to think further. The trainers are approachable and use real life examples to show how …
    Helene Albrecht
    5 stars
    The 6-hours First Aid Training was most helpful and interesting. Responses to various emergency situations, all relevant and familiar to parents and educators alike, would not only be discussed but also explained in much detail. Physignomy and physical conditions became clear from a comprehensiv…
    Maria Teresa Goicoechea
    5 stars
    Best First Aid course so far!! Great for brushing up on previous knowledge and for learning new things too!! Leeroy, the teacher, was amazing. Very approachable, kind and helpful. Highly recommended!!
    Alicia Boothroyd
    5 stars
    I did a paediatric first aid course with Leroy, who was an excellent teacher! The course was very helpful and engaging
    Lisa Grint
    5 stars
    Leeroy was a fantastic teacher. He was professional and friendly and took the time to make sure everyone understood each section before moving on. He encouraged us to ask questions and I felt able to ask him about anything I needed clarity on or needed repeated. I would recommend this first aid c…

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    Fully Qualified or Accredited Foundation Courses

    Our Foundation courses are comprehensive studies with element of assessment, and lead to either an NCFE CACHE qualification, or accreditation with OCN (Credit4Learning).

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