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Paragon Skills for Industry is delighted to announce the expansion of its childcare training provision, merging with specialist childcare training provider MBKB Limited (Platinum) based throughout the Midlands.

Platinum was identified by Paragon Skills as a training provider whose increasing success rates amongst its apprenticeships has led to a growing network of nurseries. This extension of Paragon Skills’ reach into the Midlands creates exciting growth opportunities as the new Group looks to complement Platinum’s specialist expertise in the provision of childcare training.

“The young learners who have benefitted from Platinum’s excellent service in the Early Years Care sector have higher than average achievement rates that naturally lead to more confident individuals and improved career prospects,” says Paragon Skills Chief Executive, Gavin Freed.

Paragon Skills market presence is growing all the time. There is a real demand out there from highly motivated young people who are keen to start on their career paths across a range of different sectors. An apprenticeship is the most practical option if you want to earn a wage while learning a trade, all the time working towards a nationally recognised qualification.”

Helen Phazey is the proprietor of Twinkle Stars Childcare Nursery who regularly employs apprentices from Platinum: “For many years we struggled to find new staff who had the ability, skills and drive to grow with the business. Our apprentices from Platinum have certainly improved productivity and made us more competitive. With a combination of practical, hands-on work in our nursery, and learning the skills in the classroom, they have been truly inspiring for both me and the rest of the team.”