Courses and training

All training for childcare providers as well as other courses for professionals run by Leeds City Council can be viewed on the Leeds for Learning website.

Changes to the Early Years Qualifications List (EYQL)

A new post-September 2024 tab has been added to the Early Years Qualifications List (EYQL), following the publication of the new Level 3 Early Years Educator (EYE) criteria, which is effective from September 2024.  

The "Guidance" tab of the EYQL has also be updated with information on what the new tab means. In summary, to count as a full & relevant (F&R) qualification, enabling the holder to count within staff:child ratios at level 3 in early years settings in England: 

  • Qualifications started on or after 1 September 2024 and before 1 September 2025 must be listed on either the post-Sept 2014 tab or the post-Sept 2024 tab
  • Qualifications started on or after 1 September 2025 must be listed on the post-Sept 2024 tab

No qualifications have been removed.

Any questions, contact the Department for Education online, FAO Early Years Qualifications Unit.  

If you are interested in becoming a childminder in Leeds ​please see the Becoming a Childminder page.