Build a foundation for your future with an Education and Early Years course.
Choosing to work with children is choosing to help shape the future and make a lasting impact on society.
If you’re passionate about making a real difference in young people’s lives, helping them grow and setting the foundation for their success, then this is the path for you.
Inspire the next generation of learners
at nurseries and schools across
Ashford and Kent, thanks to our connections.
Leading sessions at schools such as
East Stour Primary, will help you build
confidence in planning and delivering
workshops while strengthening your
presentation skills.
You will benefit from structured work placements. Students must complete a minimum of 250 hours of industry placement for a Level 2 qualification.
We have an Industry Liaison Officer that assists with placements. An assessor will perform observations throughout the course as part of the work placement.
Our wide range of tools and equipment on campus means you will be trained in practical skills such as sterilisation, nappy changing, changing of foods, as well as health and safety around babies and children.
You also have access to simulation baby dolls and will gain experience in using sensory toys and child-focused activities.
On our courses, you’ll gain skills that
are vital for your next steps.
Former students have got free First Aid and CPR training, provided by R&R Training, a South East based training company who specialise in First Aid.
Our T Level Education and Early Years course sees you complete 750 hours of work placement across two years.
By the time you complete our T Level, you will understand Early Years in theory, but also have experienced it first-hand, leaving you well prepared for university, higher-level apprenticeships or skilled employment.
We caught up with two T Level students, Ruby and Emily, to hear about their journey and ambitions.
“I want to become a Primary School teacher, and doing placement as a Teaching Assistant has helped me understand how things work in a school environment.
“Whilst working with children and staff, I have learned how to utilise techniques in the classroom, and put the skills I’ve learned into practice.”
Designed in collaboration with top businesses, the T Level in Education and Childcare gives you the skills and experience needed to thrive in a career working with children and young people.
If you’re passionate about working in Education, and making a difference in children’s lives, a Supporting Teaching and Learning course could be the perfect path for you.
Early Years students Moon and Emily bring to you their step-by-step guide, to show how to make a star chart using simple materials.
Explore our courses online and see the wide range of academic opportunities that are available to you.
You can make up to five applications across East Kent Colleges Group’s family of Colleges.
Click ‘Apply’ on your chosen course, and follow the steps on the application portal.
Early applications are strongly recommended, as they give you the best chance of securing a place on your chosen course.
After you have applied, a decision will be made on your application.
If you receive an offer, this must be accepted to secure your place on your chosen course.
Our adult courses are designed so you can progress your current career or step into the Early Years sector.
Rachel studied our Level 2 Supporting Teaching and Learning course after being encouraged to by her employer.
She is now helping to teach the next generation vital skills for their development.
