Norland signs MoU with Thames Holdings

Norland College and Thames Holdings, a business consultancy firm with a particular focus on links between the UK and Asia, have today signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on expanding Norland’s world-renowned consultancy and training services into the China market.

The signing ceremony took place at Norland in Bath, attended by representatives from both organisations, including Principal Dr. Janet Rose and Vice Principal Mandy Edmond from Norland, Chairman Lord David Willetts and CEO Jamie Yin from Thames Holdings, marking a significant milestone in this new partnership.

This collaboration aims to bring Norland’s 132 years of pioneering expertise in childcare training to clients in China through the consultancy efforts of Thames Holdings. Both parties recognise the immense potential of combining Norland’s exceptional educational programmes with Thames Holdings’ in-depth knowledge of the China market. Thames will serve as Norland’s official representative in securing clients from China, helping to meet the growing demand for high-quality childcare education and consultancy in the region.

Dr Janet Rose, Norland students and representatives from Thames Holdings sign a Memorandum of Understanding

“As a centre of excellence in early childhood education and care, Norland is delighted to be working collaboratively with Thames Holdings to generate opportunities to share Norland’s expertise in China, where the demand for high quality training in childcare is rapidly increasing,” said Dr. Janet Rose, Principal of Norland.

“By working with Norland, we are confident that we can deliver world-class consultancy and training programmes that will resonate with Chinese clients and contribute to the enhancement of childcare practices across China,” said Lord David Willetts, Chairman of Thames Holdings.

The signing of this MoU marks the beginning of a promising partnership, aiming to elevate childcare training and consultancy services in China. The combination of Norland’s unparalleled expertise and Thames Holdings’ market advantages will set new standards for professional childcare education in China, fostering a future of growth and mutual success.

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