Education and Early Years

STUDYING EDUCATION AND EARLY YEARS AT WESTON COLLEGE

For those looking to make a difference to the lives of children and young people, we offer education and early years courses, to help people secure their first posts, or take the next step in their career journeys.

As a long-established education provider in this sector, with fantastic new facilities, we are well placed to draw on our links with employers, and the strength of our teaching team, to keep our courses in this area highly relevant and evidence-based.

We also give students access to placements, guest speakers and regular practice-based opportunities, so that they leave us extremely well placed to progress in their careers.

Since the demand for trained childcare workers is increasing, the choice of career paths and the volume of job opportunities available are plentiful ...

 

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We've bundled the best education in the area with career boosted benefits - and are leveraging our contacts as one of the largest Colleges in the country to give you the best possible chance of success.

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Level 1

Early Years, Extended Certificate in Vocational Studies

1 Year
Sep 2025
KNIGHTSTONE CAMPUS
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This is a one-year course that covers a wide range of subjects related to caring for children, such as: Child development Play and Learning Health and Safety Healthy Lifestyles Opportunities on this course include: Improving your employability skills through engaging with weekly professional practise sessions. These sessions allow learners...

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Level 2

Early Years Practitioner, Apprenticeship

13 Months
Aug 2025
COURSE CANCELLED
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The role of an early years practitioner is both rewarding and essential in shaping the future of our youngest learners. If you have a passion for nurturing children's development, fostering their curiosity, and providing a supportive environment for their early educational journey, then an Early Years Practitioner Apprenticeship is the perfect...

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Level 2

Education and Early Years, Technical Diploma

1 Year
Sep 2025
KNIGHTSTONE CAMPUS
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This qualification will provide you with knowledge and understanding of babies and young children aged up to seven. It will allow you to qualify as a ‘staff member’ under the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) staff-to-child ratio at Level 2. As part of this study programme you will develop your maths and English skills, attend tutorials...

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Level 3

Access to HE: Careers in Education, Youth Work and Child Development

1 Year
Sep 2025
KNIGHTSTONE CAMPUS
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This is an exciting new course which is designed for people aged 17 – 18 and is perfect for anyone looking to start a career in teaching, child development, childcare, social work or the criminal justice system. Subjects/Topics Covered The modules in this course typically include: Psychology Health and Development Studies Education Stu...

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Level 3

Assisting Teaching, T Level

2 Years
Sep 2025
COURSE CANCELLED
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The Assisting Teaching T Level is a comprehensive and industry-focused programme that equips aspiring early years educators with the knowledge, skills, and practical experience necessary to excel in the field. Designed in collaboration with employers to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving sector, this T Level provides a unique opportunity t...

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Level 3

Early Years Educator, Apprenticeship

18 Months
Aug 2025
KNIGHTSTONE CAMPUS
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If you aspire to work with children, this apprenticeship offers an invaluable opportunity to turn your passion into a fulfilling career. Throughout this apprenticeship, you will acquire the knowledge, skills, and practical experience needed to become a skilled and compassionate early years educator. From fostering a safe and stimulating learni...

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Level 3

Early Years Educator, T Level

2 Years
Sep 2025
KNIGHTSTONE CAMPUS
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The Early Years Educator T Level is a comprehensive and industry-focused programme that equips aspiring early years educators with the knowledge, skills, and practical experience necessary to excel in the field. Designed in collaboration with employers to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving sector, this T Level provides a unique opportunity...

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Level 3

Teaching Assistant, Apprenticeship

18 Months
Aug 2025
KNIGHTSTONE CAMPUS
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This apprenticeship will help you develop the skills you’ll need to assist and support teachers and children in the classroom, including supporting children with special educational needs and emotional vulnerabilities. You’ll be expected to act as a role model to the children, take an active part in lesson planning, and act with kindness a...

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Meet the Early Years and Education Employers

Meet our team

Avatar Karen Morgan Subject Area Manager
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WHAT OUR STUDENTS SAY

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Christie
Working as a teaching assistant, Christie has consistently displayed excellent communication skills, effectively collaborating with fellow staff to facilitate smooth classroom operations and foster strong partnerships between home and school!
Studied:

Teaching assistant apprenticeship

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Liberty
Liberty consistently achieved distinctions and, put 100% effort into everything that was thrown at her. Her ability to attend volunteering sessions and still achieve high level grades showed her commitment to the course and developing her skill set. Liberty won Early Years and Education Student of the Year at Celebration of Success 2023.
Studied:

Level 3 Childcare

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