Training at Gatesgarth

Comprehensive Training for Future Childcare Leaders

Nanny & Childcare Training

Gain expert skills to provide exceptional
care.

Early Years Teacher Preparation

Specialised training for those passionate about shaping young minds.

Leadership & Management in Early Education

Develop the expertise to lead childcare teams and centres with confidence.

What Sets us Apart as a Training Provider

We are passionate about developing potential in people and supporting them into Managerial and Leadership roles.

We adopt a partnership approach to our work, partnering with individual and business to provide nurturing learning opportunities for children 0-12 years.

We believe ultimately that diversity is the key to building inclusivity, equality, transparency and a better working environment for all.

Our passion and enthusiasm drive us to excel in delivering high quality learning environments and opportunities for our students.

We are committed to building diverse teams that reflect the diverse communities we serve.

Learn

Serve

Excel

The Gatesgarth Experience

Gatesgarth offers a holistic, three-strand interwoven approach to professional childcare and early years training:

  1. High-Quality Teaching: Small-group, face-to-face instruction aligned with practical work-based learning.
  2. Work Placements: Up to 4 placements, ensuring 360 hours of hands-on experience in diverse childcare and education settings.
  3. Nurture Suite: A focus on creativity, soft skills and leadership development in our nurture suite, from early years education through to management training.

Students earn while they learn, gaining confidence, practical expertise, and a strong professional network. Gatesgarth fosters resilient, community-driven leaders, emphasising equal opportunities, student well-being, and lifelong professional relationships. Partnerships with families and communities are at the heart of our mission, preparing graduates to excel in childcare and early education.

Multi-Disciplinary Learning Model

Our goal is to develop confident, well-rounded childcare professionals. Gatesgarth training blends classroom learning with hands-on experience. Students receive personal mentorship, small group instruction and access to specialised workshops at the Nurture Suite led by industry professionals.

Professional Learning Environment

The Gatesgarth Professional Charter is based on our values of Character, Resilience, Service and Partnership Working. We embody these values throughout your training with an expectation that students will take these forwards into their professional practice and future careers.

Employment Opportunities

With distinguished access to our services, students can earn while they learn, gaining confidence, practical expertise, and a strong professional network. See our Services page for more opportunities

Why Choose Us

High Quality Training

Experience the benefit of small group learning environments as you work towards a recognised early years qualification.

Placement Opportunities:

We aspire to place students with world-renowned organisations and establishments to support their career progression.

Employment Opportunities Whilst you Train

Through our services, you have priority access to career opportunities whilst you train with us.

Ongoing Support

Tutors and mentors offer support during training and post-qualification through affiliation.