The forecast for the total number of pre-primary education teaching staff in the UK shows a steady year-on-year growth. In 2023, the number was approximately 88.10 thousand persons (estimated). The data indicates an annual increase of about 1.6% from 2024 to 2025, a similar rise from 2025 to 2026, and continues this trend with a consistent growth reaching 95.11 thousand by 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over these five years is projected to be around 1.6% annually.

Future trends to consider include:

Policy changes impacting early childhood education funding and staffing.
The influence of demographic shifts with potential increases in pre-primary age population.
Innovations in educational practices and technology that may affect teaching staff requirements.