Why this course? A mix of examined units and coursework units studied over two years. Suitable for students with an interest in learning about the care and education of children from 0 to 8 years. This course has a focus on child psychology and safeguarding. Student profile Students will be interested in a child-focused career. The course will suit students who are interested in a course that is a mixture of coursework and examinations. Students do need to be confident in entering childcare environments and interacting with children as this is a vital part of the course. Students will be expected to attend a child care setting for the Year 12 work experience week. Students need to be prepared to complete a large proportion of written work and to stick to strict deadlines.
GENERIC ENTRY REQUIREMENTS FOR VOCATIONAL SUBJECTS: Grade 4-9 in GCSE English Language and a merit in a vocational subject SUBJECT SPECIFIC ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: 5 GCSE grades at 4-9 including grade 4 or above in English Language
Year 12 • Unit 3 Play and learning (coursework) • Unit 1 Children’s development (external exam) Year 13 • Unit 2 Keeping children safe (external exam) • Unit 4 Research and reflective practice in an early childhood setting (coursework
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Girls |
| Address | Hall Road, Northfleet, Gravesend, DA11 8AQ |
Why this course? A mix of examined units and coursework units studied over two years. Suitable for students with an interest in learning about the care and education of children from 0 to 8 years. This course has a focus on child psychology and safeguarding. Student profile Students will be interested in a child-focused career. The course will suit students who are interested in a course that is a mixture of coursework and examinations. Students do need to be confident in entering childcare environments and interacting with children as this is a vital part of the course. Students will be expected to attend a child care setting for the Year 12 work experience week. Students need to be prepared to complete a large proportion of written work and to stick to strict deadlines.
GENERIC ENTRY REQUIREMENTS FOR VOCATIONAL SUBJECTS: Grade 4-9 in GCSE English Language and a merit in a vocational subject SUBJECT SPECIFIC ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: 5 GCSE grades at 4-9 including grade 4 or above in English Language
Year 12 • Unit 3 Play and learning (coursework) • Unit 1 Children’s development (external exam) Year 13 • Unit 2 Keeping children safe (external exam) • Unit 4 Research and reflective practice in an early childhood setting (coursework