Early years apprenticeships built around you
Flexible, high-quality training for learners and employers. Recruit, train, and retain staff with apprenticeships designed for real childcare settings.
Why us
What sets us apart
Early years isn’t just what we do — it’s what we know
Specialists
Early years specialists who understand your world
We work only in early years. No generalists. No shortcuts.
Practical
Real-world delivery
Monthly masterclasses, work-based learning, and assessment visits that fit your setting.
Supported
Dedicated support
Your apprentice gets a skills coach. You get peace of mind.
How it works
Recruit, train, retain
We handle recruitment. You build your team. Everyone wins. That's the RTS way.
Recruit
We find candidates who fit your setting. Free recruitment service, free advertising on Indeed and social media, and careful matching to your needs.
Apprenticeships
Three levels, one focus
Find the right fit for your career or your setting
What they say
Hear from those who know
During my apprenticeship, I found RTS to be extremely helpful throughout every challenge. They supported me with a variety of tasks and helped me qualify to Level 2. I’m now studying Level 3 and feel confident with the help and support from everyone at RTS.
Paige Ellis - Munchkins Kindergarten
Level 3 apprentice, East Midlands
Since completing my Level 3, I’ve gained a wealth of knowledge and confidence. I love being able to support children at such crucial developmental stages. Riverside has been incredible throughout my apprenticeship.
Erin Lock - Little Bunnies Day Nursery
Level 3 apprentice, East Anglia
Riverside is showing me great support throughout my apprenticeship and still continues to do so, monthly zooms and consistent check ins with the work help support me with my journey, I feel confident moving forward with the apprenticeship due to a great support base and accessible resources.
Lilli Cole- Poppies Day Nursery
Level 3 apprentice, East Anglia
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Choose your path and let's build something real together.
