Early Years (EYTS)

Shape the Future of Early Childhood – Become an Early Years Teacher

With a growing focus on early childhood development, government reforms highlight the vital role of high-quality early years education in giving babies and young children the best possible start in life. If you’re passionate about working with children from birth to five years and aspire to become an early years specialist, this could be the perfect path for you.

A highly skilled workforce is essential to delivering outstanding early years education. That’s why, upon successful completion of your course, you’ll be awarded Early Years Teacher Status (EYTS)—a nationally recognised qualification that reflects your expertise and commitment to shaping young lives. EYTS is awarded by the National College for Teaching and Leadership on behalf of the Department for Education.

The Teacher Education provision within the School of Business, Education and Law at the University of Huddersfield has been graded as GOOD across all phases: Early Years, Primary, Secondary and Lifelong Learning.

"Trainees are well informed about how to adapt learning to meet the needs of all children, including those with SEND”. - Ofsted 2024