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Childcare and Early Years

An extensive range of qualifications is offered at Kingston College to people considering a career working with children and young people. You will develop a knowledge and awareness of the types of provision in the Children’s and Young People’s sectors. This includes the roles played by workers – from principles and values through to health and safety, understanding specialist provision, inclusion and working with others. Past students have progressed on to higher education at degree level, and the flexibility of these courses means that you may progress your study alongside working in the sector.

Students benefit from learning in a nursery setting in our Little Plumbs Nursery, a large, colourful room divided into carefully planned interest areas. Our calming and therapeutic Sensory Room offers a unique way to explore the five senses with lights, colours, sounds and sensory soft play resources.

"I am more confident in my academic study and this could not have happened without the amazing support and encouragement from the teachers." Hamin Lim, Childcare & Early Years Student

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