Director Review
at Puffins of Exeter
Degree Apprenticeship
Business Operations
Exeter
Review Submitted: April 2026
Overall Rating
5 /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
5/5
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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
Leading practice across 6 early years settings, strategic development and planning. Governance and compliance responsibilities as well as safeguarding.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
Good to meet with other leaders, knowledgeable tutors and assessors.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Leadership skills, mentoring and coaching skills, ability to think strategically.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
Good support, both on and off the job.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
Strong team who are willing to support and give guidance throughout, and to ensure that I am able to complete the tasks needed for my apprenticeship.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
Very accessible tutors and assessors, good access to knowledge base and resources available on a wide range of topics.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
Has strengthened my knowledge and leadership.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
5/5
Lots of opportunities for professional development, as well as social events, competitions, conferences and network events.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Puffins of Exeter to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Value staff and focus on staff well-being is high, good package of support and lots of opportunities for futher development.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Puffins of Exeter?
N/A
