Apprentice Review

by London Early Years Foundation

Rating

7/10

1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

Safeguarding children aged 3m-5y. Doing observations for my key children. Making the children happy. Working in partnership with parents. Nappy changes. Activity’s for their needs.

6/10

2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

I’ve learnt how to be more patient as my patient has been tested many times but I know I’m here for the children and I need to stay professional. I’ve also learnt how to be kind in different ways.

6/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

At the beginning I really struggled with this program and didn’t think I would make it to where I am but because of [This section of the comment has been removed by a member of the RateMyApprenticeship Team because it did not meet our site terms and conditions] I did it.

8/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

I think they put a lot of effort into making this organized but because of covid it didn’t let us do certain things.

7/10

5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

In my old nursery I had a lot of support, now not as much

5/10

6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

The support I get is amazing. Any problems I have they are there helping me.

8/10

7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

I’ve also had good knowledge with children. But they’ve helped me learn more in detail which helps my practice.

8/10

8. Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)

Not sure.

8/10

9a. Would you recommend London Early Years Foundation to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

When you get a good nursery to work in it’s the best experience. I would recommend the apprenticeship to others and have done already.

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to London Early Years Foundation?

Do all your work on time and listen to the advice given.