The spotlight was on Early Years professionals in-training at Cedars Day Nursery in Leighton Buzzard as they were celebrated by colleagues during National Apprenticeship Week.
At the setting on Mentmore Road, Apprentices; Annabelle Lynch, Amy Lawman, Rebekah Smith, Tanesha Tench, Alex Bateman, Becca Cox, Jananai Dharmasiri and Maggie May were each presented with flowers, gift bags and handwritten cards from their grateful management team, who encouraged them to aim for their jobs in the future.
As part of the Childbase Partnership group, Apprentices at Cedars gain their qualifications through the company’s in-house training centre; Edubase Academy. Here learners benefit from Princess Royal Award-winning training, a comprehensive range of leadership courses, mentoring, and expert support, all whilst gaining hands-on nursery experience.
Cedars Day Nursery Manager, Lauren Trotter explained;
“National Apprenticeship Week is a wonderful opportunity to recognise the dedication, passion and hard work of our apprentices at Cedars. We’re incredibly proud of each and every one of them. They play such an important role in our community, bringing enthusiasm, fresh ideas and a real commitment to giving our children the very best start in life.”
During their training days at Edubase Academy in Buckinghamshire, Apprentices benefit from inspiring learning environments, chill out zones and wellbeing amenities, including barista-style refreshments on tap and home-cooked meals, prepared by the resident chef.
Learners are supported by specialist Functional Skills tutors in Maths and English, alongside a team of experienced Childbase Partnership professionals. Many of these experts have worked across the organisation’s 43 nursery settings and provide face-to-face training, in-person observations and tailored support to help apprentices successfully achieve.
In addition to Childbase Partnership colleagues, Edubase Academy also delivers apprenticeships for individuals pursuing Early Years careers with other employers, as well as for businesses seeking a training provider. Courses include Early Years Practitioner Level 2, Early Years Educator Level 3, Team Leader Supervisor Level 5, Operations Manager Level 5, Early Years Practitioner Level 5 and Business Administrator Level 3.
National Apprenticeship Week runs from 9th February to 15th February 2026.
The spotlight was on Early Years professionals in-training at Cedars Day Nursery in Leighton Buzzard as they were celebrated by colleagues during National Apprenticeship Week.
At the setting on Mentmore Road, Apprentices; Annabelle Lynch, Amy Lawman, Rebekah Smith, Tanesha Tench, Alex Bateman, Becca Cox, Jananai Dharmasiri and Maggie May were each presented with flowers, gift bags and handwritten cards from their grateful management team, who encouraged them to aim for their jobs in the future.
As part of the Childbase Partnership group, Apprentices at Cedars gain their qualifications through the company’s in-house training centre; Edubase Academy. Here learners benefit from Princess Royal Award-winning training, a comprehensive range of leadership courses, mentoring, and expert support, all whilst gaining hands-on nursery experience.
Cedars Day Nursery Manager, Lauren Trotter explained;
“National Apprenticeship Week is a wonderful opportunity to recognise the dedication, passion and hard work of our apprentices at Cedars. We’re incredibly proud of each and every one of them. They play such an important role in our community, bringing enthusiasm, fresh ideas and a real commitment to giving our children the very best start in life.”
During their training days at Edubase Academy in Buckinghamshire, Apprentices benefit from inspiring learning environments, chill out zones and wellbeing amenities, including barista-style refreshments on tap and home-cooked meals, prepared by the resident chef.
Learners are supported by specialist Functional Skills tutors in Maths and English, alongside a team of experienced Childbase Partnership professionals. Many of these experts have worked across the organisation’s 43 nursery settings and provide face-to-face training, in-person observations and tailored support to help apprentices successfully achieve.
In addition to Childbase Partnership colleagues, Edubase Academy also delivers apprenticeships for individuals pursuing Early Years careers with other employers, as well as for businesses seeking a training provider. Courses include Early Years Practitioner Level 2, Early Years Educator Level 3, Team Leader Supervisor Level 5, Operations Manager Level 5, Early Years Practitioner Level 5 and Business Administrator Level 3.
National Apprenticeship Week runs from 9th February to 15th February 2026.
