Pen Green Centre for children and their families

Thinking about becoming an Early Years Teacher?

Join us to discover the brand new Early Years Teacher Degree Apprenticeship (EYTDA), delivered by Pen Green Research, Development and Training Base in partnership with the University of Greenwich.

Launching this September, this innovative apprenticeship offers the opportunity to achieve a BA (Hons) Early Years with Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS) while remaining in employment. The programme combines academic study with workplace learning, supporting practitioners to develop as confident, knowledgeable leaders of early years practice.

Whether you’re an early years practitioner looking to progress your career or an employer wanting to invest in your workforce, our information session is the perfect opportunity to find out more.

During the session we’ll cover:

• An overview of the Early Years Teacher Degree Apprenticeship
• Course structure and content
• Entry requirements and eligibility
• Apprenticeship funding and employer support
• What to expect throughout the programme
• Live questions and answers

There will also be plenty of opportunity to ask questions and discuss whether the programme is right for you or your setting.

Who should attend?

• Early years practitioners aspiring to become Early Years Teachers
• Nursery managers and leaders
• Childminders
• School leaders with nursery or reception provision
• Early years employers interested in developing graduate-level practitioners

Monday 6th July

Choose from one of two online sessions:

🕛 12:00pm – 1:00pm

or

🌙 6:00pm – 7:00pm

Location: Online (Microsoft Teams)

Can’t make these sessions?

We recognise these sessions are taking place at relatively short notice. If you’re unable to attend, please complete our Expression of Interest form. We’ll send you further information about the programme, notify you of future information sessions and let you know as soon as official applications open.

We look forward to welcoming you and sharing more about this exciting new opportunity to become an Early Years Teacher.