About us

Rooting for Early Childhood Care and Education

Future Roots Consultancy and the Roots of Excellence Academy is pioneering a new standard in Early Childhood Play, Learning and Care (ECPLC) leadership and professional development.

Our mission is to empower ECPLC leaders, childminders, managers, early years educators and inspectors with the practical skills, commercial acumen, and innovative mindset essential for thriving in today’s rapidly evolving educational and business environment.
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Creating a future for the sector

Pioneering XR Learning for Early Childhood Care & Education Leaders & Inspectors

Future Roots’ mission is to inspire, connect, and elevate childcare, play and early years leaders by harnessing technology and building strong professional communities. Anchored in Welsh values and globally aware, we address critical sector needs, whether digital skills or inspection readiness, by delivering XR experiences tailored training pathways, and expert consultancy through the Roots of Excellence Academy (ROEA) platform.


Fusing Welsh priorities with global best practice and cutting-edge learning technology we empower leaders to exceed expectations. We seek a future where excellence in childcare leadership is celebrated, sustainable, and prosperous for those who put their heart and soul into working with young children. 

We're pioneering immersive professional development in a sector where 95% of AR/VR solutions target child learning, leaving professional development of leaders virtually untouched. 

Expert Collaborator Programme

Share your expertise and shape the future...

Shine | Share | Grow | Earn

Joining Roots of Excellence Academy as a guest expert collaborator means more than simply delivering a course, it’s your opportunity to inspire and connect with early childhood leaders right across Wales, the UK, and beyond. We handle all the technical and marketing details, so you can focus on what truly matters: making a difference.

Zero Fees

free
We cover all platform and learner support costs.

Passive Income

Earn 
Every time your module is chosen, you earn revenue, no extra effort required.

Confidence and support

easy process
We celebrate your strengths, give hands-on help with course development, and make reaching an engaged audience easy.

Professional recognition

highlight expertise
Enhance your reputation as a sector expert through spotlights, testimonials, and opportunities to feature in panels, webinars, and special events; it’s a chance to become known not just for what you do, but for what you inspire in others.

Retain Ownership 

no risk
Your intellectual property remains yours, but gains the backing of a trusted brand.

Flexible commitment

Fits around you
Contribute a single session or an ongoing programme, all valued equally.

Am I eligible? Yes, if you have any of the following:

  • PHD, Masters, Degree specialism
  • Extensive professional experience in your topic
  • Published work
  • Level 7 qualification

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bespoke, expert help

Consultancy

Have an issue you need help to address? Reeling from a difficult inspection? Future Roots Consultancy is here to help. 

We are learning experts and specialise in immersive learning, crafting bespoke experiences and resources to suit your unique needs. 

Mission and Values

The Future Roots and Roots of Excellence Lens: everything we do, and all that we offer, is rooted in our mission and values. 

Our Mission:

To unlock excellence in early childhood play, education and care leadership. 

'Bridging the Skills Gap' by offering innovative, timely, interactive, immersive, professional development designed to help ECEC leaders confidently navigate an evolving and complex landscape.

Inspiring Progress by motivating and rewarding engagement, connection, and leadership growth within a supportive and expert-led environment.


Our Values:

Innovation

Quality


Prosperity



Resilience


Nurturing Leadership


Compassion


Community

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