Hopscotch Ranked 14th in The Sunday Times Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers 2026

We're proud to announce that Hopscotch Children's Nurseries has been ranked No. 14 in The Sunday Times Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers 2026.

The ranking marks a huge step up from last year, when we were placed 49th. We've climbed 35 places and are now the third highest-ranked childcare provider in the UK.

The Sunday Times Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers celebrates organisations that are helping people learn, develop and build successful careers through high-quality apprenticeship programmes.

At Hopscotch, apprenticeships are an important part of how we support our team. They give people the opportunity to start a career in early years education while gaining valuable qualifications and hands-on experience. They also help existing team members continue to develop their skills and progress in their careers.

We're incredibly proud of this recognition, but even more proud of the apprentices, mentors and colleagues across Hopscotch who make it possible. Their hard work, commitment and enthusiasm help create a culture where people can learn, grow and build rewarding careers in early years.

If you'd like to find out more about this year's rankings, look out for the Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers supplement in The Sunday Times this weekend, where you'll be able to read about Hopscotch and the other organisations featured in the list.

If you're interested in finding out more about apprenticeships with Hopscotch, visit our Apprenticeships page to learn what it's like to train with us.