What Our Clients Think

• Abigail WelsbyPrincipal at St Annes College Grammar School

A heartfelt thank you to Chris Langdon-Casey at Marathon Early Years Consultancy for the thoughtful support he has given our Nursery and Early Years team at St Annes College Grammar School. Inviting someone into your setting to reflect on practice is an opportunity to learn. We have particularly valued Chris’s approach: taking time to understand our small school, recognising its strengths and helping us identify practical next steps that will make a difference to our youngest children. His visit gave us plenty to think about, from curriculum progression and inclusive practice to greater independence and the possibilities within our outdoor environment. As Principal, I value professional development that leaves colleagues feeling supported and clear about what to do next. Thank you, Chris, for your expertise, encouragement and care. Our thank-you card was a small gesture of appreciation from the team - and yes, Sprout has certainly won us over too! For anyone looking for a calm, helpful, insightful and professional Early Years’ audit, I’d definitely recommend Chris at Marathon!

• SimoneOperations Manager

Highly recommend Marathon Early Years Consultancy for their unique and inspiring packages in early years consultancy, training, leadership mentoring, and 1:1 practical guidance that's authentic and bespoke.

• Daniel K.Early Years Leader

“Tailored to our needs, not a one-size-fits-all approach.” Every piece of advice felt relevant to our setting. They listened, understood our challenges, and provided solutions that really worked for our team.

• Rebecca F.Childcare Provider

“Professional, approachable, and reliable.” What impressed us most was the balance between professionalism and warmth. MEYC never made us feel judged, they worked alongside us as true partners.

• Aisha H.Setting Manager

“A real game-changer for our inspection readiness.” The visit highlighted things we hadn’t even considered. With their feedback, we were able to make quick improvements and go into Ofsted confident and prepared.

• Michael J.Preschool Director

“They understand the pressures of the sector.” They knew first-hand the challenges early years settings face. Their advice was realistic and achievable, which made us feel truly supported.

• Karen D.Nursery Owner

“The support was exactly what we needed.” MEYC gave us clear, step-by-step guidance that made a complex compliance issue simple to resolve. Their approach was professional, friendly, and completely reassuring.

• Louise M.Nursery Group Owner

“They gave us the confidence to grow.” With MEYC’s support, we felt ready to expand our provision. Their insight into compliance and quality standards gave us the confidence to take that next step.

• David R.Preschool Owner

“Practical advice that works.” Unlike other consultants, MEYC didn’t just point out problems. They gave us realistic strategies we could apply straight away, and the results have been incredible.

• Emma T.Childminder

“A true partner in early years success.” The Consultant brought both expertise and empathy. They understood our challenges and guided us step by step, making the process feel achievable and positive.

• Sarah L.Nursery Manager

“The Quality Experience Day was invaluable.” MEYC gave our team the confidence and clarity we needed ahead of Ofsted. Their feedback was detailed yet supportive, and it made a huge difference.