rewarding your setting

Introducing the Families First Recognition Scheme

Your dedication to continuous improvement and providing the best possible care for children is what sets you apart. To honour this commitment, we are proud to introduce the Families First Recognition Scheme, designed to celebrate your investment in professional development.

Through this scheme, you’ll not only receive certificates that highlight your achievements — something you can proudly display to parents and carers — but also gain access to our exclusive Resource Pack, packed with practical tools and guidance to support your work.

For childminders and group settings, recognition goes even further: we’ll celebrate your success on social media, highlight it in Families First Peer Network Meetings, and share it directly with your local authority. This means your commitment is visible to families, peers, and local decision-makers — reinforcing the quality and professionalism of your provision.

We’ve created three distinct recognition routes depending on your role. Find the pathway that’s right for you below:

For Individuals (Working within a group setting)

Criteria: Complete any two of our online courses

Your Recognition:

– A personalised Certificate of Achievement sent to you via email.
– Full access to our Resource Pack, filled with practical tools and guidance.

For Childminders

Criteria: Complete any two of our online courses

Your Recognition:

– A printed Certificate of Achievement delivered to you, to proudly display in your setting.
– Full access to our Resource Pack.
– Public recognition on our social media channels and at the next Families First Peer Network Meeting.
– Your Local Authority will be notified of your outstanding achievement.
– A powerful mark of quality you can share with parents, demonstrating your commitment to professional learning.

For Group Settings (Nurseries, Pre-schools, etc.)

Criteria: All of your staff complete at least one of our online courses, and at least one member of your team attends a Business Support Session.

Your Recognition:

– A printed Team Excellence in Training Certificate for your setting.
– Full access to the Resource Pack for your entire team.
– A celebratory feature on Families First social media channels.
– Formal recognition at the next Families First Peer Network Meeting.
– Your Local Authority will be notified of your setting’s commitment to excellence.

Ready to Claim Your Recognition?

Once you have met the criteria for your pathway, claiming your recognition is simple.
Just click the link below to complete our submission form. Please have the details ready regarding which team members have completed the online courses and attended the Business Support Session.

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