We’ve launched our brand-new SIL Early Years Quality Mark!  

Celebrate “Excellence in the Early Years” and be confident that you are providing high-quality education for the children who attend your provision.

Assessment will provide an opportunity to commend the hard work of staff and the progress of children - which can motivate teams and recognise the contributions of all those involved in making your early years setting a success.


Why apply?

  • Review, reflect, and articulate your strengths and analyse your practice and leadership skills
  • Help inform and include parents and carers in recognising excellence in your early years practice
  • Support your team’s professional development and encourage a reflective culture focused on best practice
  • Involve your team and wider community in celebrating your success and impact as a quality early years provider!

 

Want to know more?

Available to all Early Years Providers, including schools, private, voluntary and independent settings.

External validation allows you to gain a professional endorsement of your commitment to high standards.

Assessment costs £650 +VAT and lasts three years.

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Inclusion Conference (Autumn 2026)

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Thu 09th Jul 2026

And the winners are...

We would like to extend a huge thank you to all the schools and pupils who took part in our recent Primary MFL FIFA World Cup Poster Competition.

Tue 23rd Jun 2026

Exciting MFL Resources & CPD - Coming Soon!

From immersive cultural learning experiences to internationally renowned professional development, these opportunities are designed to inspire both pupils and staff.

Mon 08th Jun 2026

Transforming Reading Outcomes: Introducing SIL’s Reading Development Courses

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“A highly st

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Early Years SEND Advocacy Training: A research-informed perspective

Issue 27 (May 2026) of Impact Magazine features a perspective article on the main findings from an evaluative stakeholder study of SIL's new Early Years SEND (special educational needs and disabilities) advocacy training programme. “The programme is fostering inclusive cultures where every chi

Wed 03rd Jun 2026

Language Education in the Northwest and Beyond: Exploring Collaboration

Join experts in a discussion on the language-education landscape in the North-West and explore new ways of working together, to make the North-West a truly multilingual region.