Could EKC Broadstairs College be the right place for you to study?
We’ve put together some of the top reasons our College might be the right fit and what we think makes our campus stand apart from any other.
One big community
One thing we pride ourselves on is our sense of community. We encourage departments to come together regularly to celebrate our College, the students and what we have to offer.
Whether we’re standing united at our yearly Remembrance Day services, supporting students’ fundraising events or taking competing in Soapbox Derby races, there’s always friendly competition and encouragement between students, staff and departments.
Enjoy the seaside vibes
Our College stands along the beautiful Thanet coast, with Broadstairs often being titled the ‘jewel in its crown’!
Chilling out on one of the award-winning beaches is the perfect way to spend your lunchtime. Grab an ice cream at the popular Viking Bay, or take in the stunning views with a stroll along the promenade between Dumpton Gap and Louisa Bay.
There are also many coastal trails around Broadstairs and the local area for those who love a good scenic walk, or just like to keep fit and active.
Take advantage of our wrap-around support
Our students’ mental health is incredibly important to us. We are here to ensure students feel safe, secure and happy during their time at College.
That’s why we have a designated team of counsellors available onsite, every day. Our Wellbeing Room is open to all students who may need a little extra support, or someone to talk to. The team offer group sessions, one-to-one counselling, drop in sessions and student workshops to help with stress management and anxiety.
Our ALS team also oversee ‘The Hub‘, a safe space for students who present with autism, anxiety difficulties, or those experiencing social interaction difficulties.
Staff are on hand to assist and support students to take part in individual and group activities, continue with their learning and ultimately support students to transition out to other social spaces as and when they are ready.
Be a part of something big
We have a thriving Students’ Union; with a team whose role is to ensure the student experience is a positive one.
Our Student Experience Officer provides regular trips at reduced costs. In the past, trips have included West End Theatre, the Harry Potter Studio Tour, Football Matches at Wembley Stadium and Thorpe Park. There’s always something to appeal to everyone.
We also have a custom-built Student Centre with a ping pong table, air hockey, pool table and games consoles. The Student Centre is the perfect place for students to hang out during down-time, catch up with friends or even meet new like-minded people.
Take advantage of our food options
We have some lovely spots to grab food on campus. Our Refectory may be all the way up on the third floor (don’t worry, we have lifts!) but this means it provides the loveliest sea views. What better way to eat your lunch than by watching the sea?
Our Inspire Café offers many speciality drinks and fresh treats in a calm and relaxed environment. Treat yourself to a slice of cake, get comfy on one of the sofas and relax in between classes.
Work placements on our doorstep
EKC Broadstairs College is the only College in the country to play host to a fully-functioning onsite hotel, which provides many of our students invaluable and unique work experience opportunities.
From our Supported Learning students who learn life skills through housekeeping tasks, to our Catering students who provide student lunches to the public, and our T Level Business Management and Administration students who shadow various departments to learn how to run a successful business. Early Years students are also lucky enough to gain work placements at our onsite nursery and Hair and Beauty at The Salon.
All of these experiences allow our students to gain first-hand knowledge of their respective industries before they even finish their studies. This helps them stand out from the crowd when applying for work as they already have experience working within a professional environment.
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