Level 3 early year educator apprentice Review
at Puffins of Exeter
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Teaching
Exeter
Review Submitted: April 2026
Overall Rating
4.9 /5
The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!
5/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
4.8/5
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Structure and Support
Overview of Role
Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
5/5
Room leader of a baby room. Meeting the needs of children and supporting their development and interactions. Creating a safe and secure environment to support their learning.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
Really enjoy my program. Loads of support from my tutor and manager and colleagues.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Learnt how to do opals and key assessments to cover the statutory framework.
Extended knowledge on safeguarding, first aid and child centred care.
Extended knowledge on safeguarding, first aid and child centred care.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
I have a really good tutor who is always ready to answer any questions I may have. My tutor is always prepared and organised, always double checking we have the information and tools we need to do complete our assignments.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I always feel very supported. Always make time to catch up and make sure I have everything I need in order to complete my tasks.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
My training provider always makes time to answer any questions I have. They always check in to make I’m doing okay and have everything I need. Always happy and ready to help.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
With everything I have learnt over my apprenticeship I feel I am more confident and secure in my job role which helps my perform better as I trust my abilities and have the trust of my team.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
4/5
We have staff socials every few weeks
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Puffins of Exeter to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Puffins have allowed me to grow and build confidence in myself.
Puffins allow staff to progress and learn, they have values that are honoured.
Puffins allow staff to progress and learn, they have values that are honoured.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Puffins of Exeter?
Take all the training they offer
