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EKC Broadstairs Junior College

Junior College is a unique provision designed for students who are currently in Year 9 and are looking for a more focused and career-driven learning experience.

We offer an exciting hands-on curriculum for those aged 14-16 specialising in Catering and Hospitality, or Sport.


 

Applications for EKC Broadstairs Junior College 2026 are now closed.

Please note that applications for September 2027 entry will open in December 2026.

Students must currently be in Year 9 (or equivalent if home-schooled) to apply.

What is Junior College?

The Junior College takes applications from learners who are currently in Year 9 at school, or equivalent if home-schooled, and are interested in pursuing a career in the Catering and Hospitality or Sports industries.

Learners will complete Year 10 and Year 11 whilst focusing on specialist curriculum and accessing our College facilities. Students will choose a course to focus on Catering and Hospitality or Sports for the two-year programme.

They will build their skills in areas including: 

  • Catering and Hospitality OR Sports
  • GCSE English and Maths 
  • Level 2 Applied Science
  • PSHE (Personal, Social, Health, and Economic Education) 
  • Bronze and Silver Duke of Edinburgh Awards
Student with badminton racket

Meet our Head of Junior College

Mark Ravenwood

In addition to being the Deputy Head of Professional Industries for the College, Mark is our Head of Junior College.

He believes that education is at its most powerful when learning is connected to students’ passions, and is proud to lead this in our Junior College, saying:

“Confidence grows when students experience success. By combining GCSE English and Mathematics with Level 2 Applied Science and Personal Wellbeing, we help young people discover what they are capable of and achieve more than they thought possible.”

How to apply for EKC Broadstairs Junior College

Step 1 – Discover the Junior College

Discover more about our Junior College offering at an Open Day, or get in touch with the College to find out more.

Step 2 – Apply

Submit your application via our website.

Applications for EKC Broadstairs Junior College 2026 are now closed.

Please note that applications for September 2027 entry will open in December 2026.

Students must currently be in Year 9 (or equivalent if home-schooled) to apply.

Step 3 – Attend an Information Day

Once you’ve completed an application, you will automatically be booked onto an Information Day at EKC Broadstairs College.

This is where our team will explore your options and discuss your suitability for the Junior College provision.

Information Days

Once a Junior College application has been completed, you can then book onto an Information Day held at the College.

This is where our team will explore your young person’s options, discuss their suitability for the provision, and explain what the next steps are in the Junior College application process.

We’ve got Information Days in December, January and March that you will be invited to once you have submitted an application.

Student Success

Students in our EKC Broadstairs Junior College will achieve great things during their studies with us.

Those who express an interest in Catering and Sport areas have been able to go onto great progression routes.

You can hear from Junior College students below.

Joseph's Junior College progression

Joseph was home-schooled before attending EKC Broadstairs Junior College.

He found the adjustment from home to the classroom environment to be a smooth transition.

He now studies at EKC Canterbury College and aims to become a Royal Marine Officer.

“When I wanted to put the work in, I had all the support I needed. My GCSE English and GCSE Maths lecturers were great and had a lot of good tips to help me improve my GCSEs.

“I think that conversations with Junior College staff helped me to see what I wanted to do. I matured a lot while at Junior College.”

junior college student in a student kitchen

“I like that I’ve been able to have the opportunity to make lots of different things and share what skills I had before College.

“It’s interesting because I never knew this was an option for me, and I’ve had lots of experiences I wouldn’t have had in school such as creating my own recipes.”

Aliysha
Junior College – Catering and Hospitality (Year 11)

“Junior College was so good. The people were amazing and the support was great too.

“I found it much better than a regular school, and I’m now looking at going to Sixth Form thanks to the confidence I’ve grown whilst at College.”

Dolly
Junior College – Sport (Year 11)

“I’ve learned a lot and my Maths has greatly improved. I also learned how to interact with larger groups of people.

“It’s given me confidence. The small classes meant I could get to know everyone easily. It helped me get my confidence up and it was like a little family.”

Alfie
Junior College – Sport (Year 11)

Frequently asked questions

We know applying to Junior College can be an overwhelming thought for many young people, which is why we want to make it as easy and stress-free as possible.

Here are some answers to our most frequently asked questions:

I have another question!

If you have any further questions, or would like to speak to somebody at the Junior College, you can contact us using the information below.

Telephone:
01843 605040

Email:
broadstairs@eastkent.ac.uk

We’re part of six community-based colleges

Our mission is to empower our communities to develop their economic and social prosperity in a rapidly changing world.