05/10/2026
🇬🇧 WANT TO BECOME AN EARLY YEARS TEACHER IN ENGLAND?
You may be able to train with your course fees covered and receive a bursary of up to £5,000. 👀
Here is how to start:
1️⃣ CHECK IF YOU QUALIFY
You generally need a degree and the required English, Maths and Science qualifications.
👉 Check the official requirements:
https://www.gov.uk/guidance/early-years-initial-teacher-training-2026-to-2027-funding-guidance
2️⃣ FIND AN EYITT PROVIDER
The UK Government has a list of approved EYITT providers.
👉 See the list here:
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/early-years-initial-teacher-training-itt-providers--2/early-years-initial-teacher-training-itt-providers-and-school-direct-lead-organisations
3️⃣ CONTACT THE PROVIDER
Choose a provider that offers the route you want.
The government list gives you their email address and phone number.
Tell them:
👉 “I am interested in applying for EYITT for 2026–2027. Am I eligible, and how can I apply?”
4️⃣ APPLY
The provider will tell you what documents they need and how to submit your application.
🌍 IF YOU ARE OUTSIDE THE UK
International applicants can be eligible, but you must meet the requirements and have the correct UK immigration permission before starting the course.
👉 International student information:
https://www.gov.uk/guidance/early-years-initial-teacher-training-2026-to-2027-funding-guidance -students
💷 FUNDING
Training grant: £9,535
Possible bursary:
🎓 First Class — £5,000
🎓 2:1 — £4,000
🎓 2:2 — £2,000
⚠️ The funding does not automatically give you a UK visa.
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Funding guidance for early years initial teacher training (EYITT) providers for 2026 to 2027.
