How apprenticeships are reshaping early years education one learner, one nursery and one tiny orangutan at a time… What...
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January 8, 2026
Choosing your next step can feel exciting and a little overwhelming, especially when both options seem good. If you are...
January 2, 2026
A new year always brings a moment to pause, reflect, and look ahead. As we step into 2026, it feels...
December 18, 2025
Early Years apprenticeships are an incredible way to start or grow your career, but there are still plenty of misconceptions...
December 18, 2025
Apprenticeships play a powerful role in early years education. They bring together passion and growth, supporting nurseries, apprentices, children, and...
December 16, 2025
Great Early Years educators don’t just know what to do, they understand how to show up every day for young...
December 13, 2025
At Shaping Lives, we believe that every child deserves the very best start in life, and that begins with highly...
December 4, 2025
If you are thinking about a career in early childhood education, you have probably noticed there are different apprenticeship levels...
November 27, 2025
What is a SENDCo? Understanding the role in early years education Every child deserves the chance to learn, grow, and...
November 20, 2025
How apprenticeships are reshaping early years education one learner, one nursery and one tiny orangutan at a time… What...
January 8, 2026
Choosing your next step can feel exciting and a little overwhelming, especially when both options seem good. If you are...
December 18, 2025
Early Years apprenticeships are an incredible way to start or grow your career, but there are still plenty of misconceptions...
December 16, 2025
Great Early Years educators don’t just know what to do, they understand how to show up every day for young...
December 13, 2025
At Shaping Lives, we believe that every child deserves the very best start in life, and that begins with highly...
November 27, 2025
What is a SENDCo? Understanding the role in early years education Every child deserves the chance to learn, grow, and...
November 6, 2025
Ready to shape your tomorrow, today If you love working with children, have a creative streak, and want a career...
October 17, 2025
In the world of early years education, learning never stops, and that’s a good thing. The children we care for...
June 6, 2025
At Shaping Lives, every week is child safety week – but this one is extra special. From 2nd to 9th...
January 20, 2025
Each year, the third Monday in January is often labelled “Blue Monday” – the day believed to be the most...
January 9, 2025
As the New Year begins, it’s not just about celebrating fresh starts—it’s about seizing the moment to create new opportunities...
November 20, 2025
How apprenticeships are reshaping early years education one learner, one nursery and one tiny orangutan at a time… What...
October 27, 2025
Shaping Lives, the Early Years and Childcare brand of Paragon Skills, is proud to announce its successful reaccreditation to the...
September 17, 2025
We’re thrilled to announce the launch of the 2025 Apprenticeship Awards, a celebration of the incredible achievements of apprentices and...
September 5, 2025
Arti’s Adventures has officially wrapped up, and what an incredible journey it’s been! Our friendly little explorer has been busy...
March 18, 2025
The government has recently announced an immediate reform to the exit requirements for adult apprenticeships (19+). As part of this...
March 7, 2025
International Women’s Day, celebrated worldwide on March 8th, is a powerful reminder of the strides women have made and the...
March 5, 2025
In today’s competitive job market, standing out and gaining hands-on experience is more important than ever. One of the most...
March 3, 2025
Choosing a career can be one of the most exciting yet daunting decisions we make. Whether you’re stepping into the...
February 14, 2025
Valentine’s Day is the perfect time to celebrate love and connections—whether it’s between individuals, businesses, or even educational teams. For...
January 2, 2026
A new year always brings a moment to pause, reflect, and look ahead. As we step into 2026, it feels...
December 18, 2025
Apprenticeships play a powerful role in early years education. They bring together passion and growth, supporting nurseries, apprentices, children, and...
December 13, 2025
At Shaping Lives, we believe that every child deserves the very best start in life, and that begins with highly...
November 10, 2025
Grow your team, grow your impact – Find out How to hire a childcare apprentice Finding skilled, passionate early years...
September 10, 2025
With the Department for Education’s “Do Something Big” campaign putting male recruitment in early years back in the spotlight, now...
May 29, 2025
At Shaping Lives, we’re here to do just that, shape lives. And for us, that means working hard to open...
May 23, 2025
Spring is the perfect time for fresh thinking, and for nurseries, that can mean renewing your commitment to your team....
May 12, 2025
Learning at Work Week is just around the corner—taking place from 12–18 May 2025—and here at Shaping Lives, we’re proud...
May 8, 2025
As spring breathes new life into the world around us, it’s the perfect time to reflect on growth—of children, of...
December 4, 2025
If you are thinking about a career in early childhood education, you have probably noticed there are different apprenticeship levels...
October 30, 2024
Are you ready to carve out your dream career in early childhood education or elevate your skills in your current...
October 14, 2024
Shaping Young Minds: Start Your Childcare Career with Shaping Lives In today’s fast-paced world, successful organisations know that training and...
November 13, 2025
What qualifications do I need to be a teaching assistant in the UK If you love helping children learn, supporting...
October 30, 2024
At Shaping Lives, we’re thrilled to offer an in-depth look at our Teaching Assistant Level 3 apprenticeship programme. This thoughtfully...
October 31, 2025
Let’s face it, starting something new can feel a bit scary. Whether you’re fresh out of school or thinking about...
October 17, 2025
Today, we’re Celebrating National Practitioners Day. We proudly celebrate the incredible nursery practitioners and apprentices who dedicate their time, energy,...
October 10, 2025
We believe in empowering individuals to build meaningful careers in early years education and support services. Apprenticeships are a fantastic...
October 3, 2025
At Shaping Lives, we believe that learning is a lifelong journey. One that begins in early childhood and flourishes through...
August 21, 2025
Imagine spending your day in a space full of curiosity, wonder, and little hands reaching out to learn; that’s the...
August 20, 2025
For too long, apprenticeships have been seen as an expense. But in nurseries, Apprenticeships are an investment in your nursery’s...
August 14, 2025
Leaving School? Here’s Why Early years apprenticeships in Childcare Might Be Right for You Leaving school is a big...
August 7, 2025
This 7th August, we’re celebrating National Opportunity Day, a day that reminds us of something we believe in every single...
July 30, 2025
At Shaping Lives and across all Knovia Group brands, we are supporting mental health and wellbeing in early years education....
