Folkestone College - Early Years
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Early Years

Pathways

Pathways are made up of courses focused on future careers or further education opportunities

EDUCATION AND CHILDCARE

During the 2-year programme, students will learn the core knowledge and skills that are needed for entry to a range of education and childcare occupations.

Patience and passion are two key qualities we look for when selecting students for our childcare course, is that you? 

Career Prospects

Example: Nursery nurses and assistants

 Annual pay
£7,800 - £21,840
Annual pay is per year, based on full-time employment and on the South East region.

Across the UK the workforce is projected to expand by 42% over the period to 2027, adding 72,748 jobs. In the same period, 73% of the workforce is projected to retire, creating 125,640 job openings.

Role description

Nursery nurses and assistants care for children from birth up to seven years of age in day or residential nurseries, children’s homes, maternity units and similar establishments.

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Are you?

16-18

Entry requirements

Our entry requirements allow any student to apply enrol and progress in their studies with us to achieve their full potential.

You will apply for your chosen pathway and at the interview you can discuss what entry criteria you need for each level.

Once you have your GCSEs we can ensure you are enrolled on the best level for you to progress and succeed at College.

Please see our Group entry requirements

What's next?

Step 1 - Apply

Once you apply, you will have an interview to discuss your chosen pathway

Step 2 - Interview

We will contact you with appropriate options for conducting your interview, either online or in person.

At your interview, we will discuss the entry requirements for each level and course. It is also your opportunity to make sure that the pathway meets your goals and ambitions.

Courses at Folkestone College

If you know exactly which course and level you need to apply for, or want more information, please select from the options below:

Need more help?

Our advice and guidance team can be contacted to help you understand your next steps at College.

Contact us

We'd love to hear from you

Shorncliffe Road
Folkestone, Kent
CT20 2TZ

Telephone:
01303 858216