The Times has featured Norland in an article exploring the increasing demand for highly trained nannies with guaranteed job opportunities and high salaries for Norland graduates. The piece looks at Norland’s approach to early childhood education and care training, and flags the almost 135-year history as a pioneer in the early years sector, highlighting Norland’s journey towards university title.

The article contains interviews with Head of Graduates and Norland Nanny, Elspeth Pitman discussing graduate outcomes, as well as third-year student Elena and Norlander Imogen who speak to their personal experiences with studying at Norland and life as a fully-qualified Norland Nanny, respectively.

Read the full article on The Times website.

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