Guidance
EYITT: requesting places and allocations methodology 2026 to 2027
The process for requesting early years initial teacher training (EYITT) places and allocations for the 2026 to 2027 academic year.
Applies to England
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This guidance is for EYITT providers and lead schools. It explains the process for providers requesting EYITT places for the 2026 to 2027 academic year.
The Department for Education has told providers who bid for EYITT places how many places they have been allocated.
Undergraduate courses leading to early years teacher status are not subject to allocations.
Updates to this page
Published 18 February 2026