Build a foundation for your future in childhood education and childcare whilst developing the skills needed to work with children.
Education and Early Years
Full time courses
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Step into a career in Education and Early Years
If you are interested in working with young children, this area of study will provide you with the first step into a challenging but very rewarding career.
Our qualifications let you choose between teaching assistant or early years, which means you can focus on the areas of childcare and education that you want a career in.
Training nursery
You will gain practical experience in our training nursery, with access to specialist equipment, to give you an understanding of how real childcare centres work.
This space will help you to learn how to create a safe and stimulating environment that supports children mentally, emotionally and physically.
Gain industry experience
You will benefit from structured work placements, which are an integral part of your qualification.
The College has an on-site nursery and close links with local childcare and education providers, meaning you will have regular work experience opportunities to help you put your skills into practice.
Adult learning
We offer part time courses accessible to Adults aged 19+ that are looking to begin a career in the Education and Early Years sector or expand upon their skills after entering the industry.
Find out more about our offerings.
How you apply for a course at EKC Broadstairs College
Step 1 – Find a subject you’re interested in
Explore our range of courses at EKC Broadstairs College.
Step 2 – Apply
Apply via our website and online application portal.
Step 3 – Come to an interview
Come to EKC Broadstairs College in person for an interview and speak to our team who will help you find the course for you.
Early Years Work Placement Star student
10 April 2025
We spoke to EKC Broadstairs Nursery about their experience providing placements for learners.
Career prospects
Example:
Nursery education teaching professionals
£
£30,680
Annual pay
Annual pay is per year, based on full-time employment and on the South East region.
Role description
Nursery education teaching professionals care for and teach children up to the age of entry into primary school.
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“Completing a T Level is a far less time-restrictive way of learning than sixth form, and that suits me better.
The tutors have given me more confidence in achieving my goals.
I also appreciate that the course teaches us a wide range of transferable and industry specific skills for the work place.”
Ava Howell
Education and Childcare T Level
“I chose to study a T Level at Broadstairs College because it opens up so many more opportunities than traditional A levels.
I’ve always known I wanted to work with children so I figured this course would be the ideal stepping stone to get me where I want to be.”
Tiger-Lily Beaumont
Education and Childcare T Level
“I chose this course because I’ve always wanted to work in Early Years.
Completing a T Level is a great opportunity as it is a direct route to university, but also can lead to great job options if you decide not to continue to Higher Education.”
Lois Godfrey
Education and Childcare T Level
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