Shaping Lives develops, nurtures and grows skilled educators, equipping them with the essential skills, confidence, and resilience to fulfil their own potential, foster a love of learning in young children and make a positive impact on their early development.
Learn MoreWe create exceptional learning journeys
Our apprentices learn from the best through exceptional, learning journeys that empower them with the skills for successful, rewarding careers, preparing them to make a meaningful impact in early years education.
Benefits
Gain a nationally recognised qualification
Develop practical skills and knowledge
Build a professional network
Open doors to a rewarding career
Earn a wage whilst learning
Gain confidence and knowledge
Your trusted partner
Our apprentices learn from the very best, following personalised training journeys that build the skills needed for truly rewarding careers. With our exceptional approach to hands-on learning, we empower each apprentice to thrive, making us a trusted partner in shaping the future of childcare.
Benefits
Expert support every step of the way
Increased staff retention and quality
Access to skilled and passionate talent through our recruitment service
Quality training delivering real impact

" I love watching the staff grow and develop as much as the children. I believe that given the right support, anyone can do anything, and it’s my job to give them the tools to succeed."
Emily Williams, ManagerRagamuffins

"Our pledge demonstrates that we are ahead of the game and able to deliver an outstanding teaching and learning experience every time as we have so many experienced and knowledgeable colleagues to support our learners"
Dawn KingShaping Lives

"Having been an apprentice myself, I understand the challenges and barriers learners and employers can face and make it my personal responsibility to listen, understand and support my learners to achieve success both in their apprenticeship and future career progression. "
Sophie HampshireShaping Lives
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Real stories. Real impact.
Curious what it's like to be a real-life superhero? Watch how our childcare apprentices make magic happen every day - nurturing little minds, one adventure at a time!
Early years careers
Early years careers
Experience you can trust
Our commitment to excellence in apprenticeship training has earned us a reputation that speaks for itself. We proudly hold an “Ofsted Good” rating, showcasing our unwavering dedication to high standards. Additionally, we have been honoured with the title of “AAC Provider of the Year” and ranked as the “Number 1 Provider” by Rate My Apprenticeship, underscoring our commitment to quality, innovation, and learner satisfaction.


































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