Busy Bees Inverness celebrates four future educators for their commitment to the early years sector at a prestigious graduation ceremony at Edinburgh’s Assembly Rooms
Four early years practitioners from Busy Bees Inverness are celebrating a major milestone after successfully completing their early years qualifications.
The nursery team swapped their uniforms for graduation gowns to celebrate achieving their Social Services (Children and Young People) SVQ 3 (SCQF Level 7) and SVQ 4 (SCQF Level 9) qualifications.
Despite the disruption caused by Storm Amy, the event at Edinburgh’s Assembly Rooms – where Busy Bees has held its graduation ceremonies since its inception in 2022 – went ahead.
Busy Bees is one of the UK’s leading childcare providers and its qualification provider – Busy Bees Education and Training.
The annual ceremony brings together nursery teams, senior leaders and loved ones to recognise the hard work and dedication of those shaping the future of early years education.
The event celebrated 47 learners from across 21 Busy Bees nurseries across Scotland, many of whom have progressed through various roles within the nurseries to take on leadership positions, including becoming Centre Directors.
Busy Bees is currently recruiting across Scotland for qualified educators and has openings for school and college leavers through its apprenticeship scheme who want to join and learn on the job.
Fiona Mackenzie, Area Director at Busy Bees, said: “I am so proud of my teams and everything they have accomplished over the last year. They’ve consistently shown enthusiasm and resilience and it is an honour to see them recognised and celebrated alongside their colleagues and families. Congratulations to them all!”
Yvonne Smillie, Managing Director of Busy Bees Scotland, added: “The success of our graduates not only strengthens the talent in the early years sector but also ensures that children across Inverness continue to receive the highest quality of care and education.
“We are beyond proud of our graduates, many of whom have overcome huge obstacles to be where they are today. Their commitment and dedication have been nothing short of inspiring, and we can’t wait to see them thrive in their careers.”