Guidance
Early years continuing professional development and support
Information for the early years sector on continuing professional development and sources of support and guidance.
Applies to England
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The Department for Education funds a range of support and training for early years educators and leaders.
Building a more expert and connected workforce that shares evidence-based good practice enables settings and childminders to:
- deliver high-quality early education
- improve outcomes for children
Updates to this page
Published 19 May 2025
Last updated 8 July 2025
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Updated the guidance, adding information about DfE's early years safeguarding training package, which is due to launch in spring 2026.
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First published.