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Early Years
Develop the knowledge and skills needed to support children’s development from birth to age five, focusing on their physical, emotional and cognitive growth. You’ll combine theory with practical experience through work placements in nurseries, schools and children’s settings, preparing you for careers in early years education and childcare or progression to further study.
With a focus on communication, play-based learning and working with families, these courses help you build the confidence to support young children in a range of professional settings.
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Is a career in Early Years for you?
You are passionate about working with children. You love spending time with kids and enjoy helping them learn and grow.
You desire to make a difference. You want to positively impact young lives and contribute to their development.
You are interested in child development. You want to have a deeper understanding about how children develop emotionally, socially, and cognitively.
You have patience and empathy. You find you have the kind of patience and empathy that is suited to an environment focused on nurturing young minds.
You engage with energy and fun. You enjoy coming up with fun and engaging ways to teach and connect with children.
You like to collaborate. You’re comfortable working with families, caregivers, and other professionals to support children’s growth. -
Potential careers & progression in Early Years
Where could a career in Early Years take you?
Early Years qualifications can lead to a range of roles supporting children’s development, learning and care, including:
Early Years Education and Childcare
Nursery Nurse / Early Years Practitioner
Teaching Assistant (Early Years)
Nursery Room LeaderEducation and School Settings
Primary School Teaching Assistant
Learning Support AssistantSpecialist Support Roles
Special Educational Needs (SEN) Support Worker
Family Support WorkerCare and Community Roles
Childminder
PlayworkerProgression and Advanced Roles
Early Years Teacher (with further study)
Childcare Centre Manager
“Studying the Diploma in Supporting Teaching and Learning at Stanmore College was a great experience. The teachers were knowledgeable, the facilities were well-managed, and the support for students was excellent. The course gave me the qualification I needed to move forward in my career, and I now feel confident in my job as a teaching assistant. I made great memories and would highly recommend Stanmore College to both adults and young learners.”
Explore our Early Years Courses
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Early Years Caring for Children NCFE Certificate Entry 3 Level: Entry Department: Early Years Age Group: 19+View Early Years Caring for Children NCFE Certificate Entry 3 – level Entry – start 29th Sep 2025 – location Stanmore College Main Site
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Early Years Intro to Children and Young People Settings with Health and Social Care NCFE Diploma Level 1 Level: 1 Department: Early Years Age Group: 16-18View Early Years Intro to Children and Young People Settings with Health and Social Care NCFE Diploma Level 1 – level 1 – start 8th Sep 2025 – location Stanmore College Main Site
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Early Years Caring for Children NCFE Diploma Level 1 Level: 1 Department: Early Years Age Group: 19+View Early Years Caring for Children NCFE Diploma Level 1 – level 1 – start 29th Sep 2025 – location Stanmore College Main Site
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Early Years Supporting Teaching and Learning NCFE Certificate Level 2 Level: 2 Department: Early Years Age Group: 19+View Early Years Supporting Teaching and Learning NCFE Certificate Level 2 – level 2 – start 29th Sep 2025 – location Stanmore College Main Site
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Early Years Technical Occupational Entry Practitioner NCFE CACHE Diploma Level 2 16-18 Level: 2 Department: Early Years Age Group: 16-18View Early Years Technical Occupational Entry Practitioner NCFE CACHE Diploma Level 2 16-18 – level 2 – start 8th Sep 2025 – location Stanmore College Main Site
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Early Years Technical Occupational Entry Practitioner NCFE CACHE Diploma Level 2 Adult Level: 2 Department: Early Years Age Group: 19+View Early Years Technical Occupational Entry Practitioner NCFE CACHE Diploma Level 2 Adult – level 2 – start 29th Sep 2025 – location Stanmore College Main Site
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Early Years Supporting Teaching and Learning NCFE Certificate Level 3 Level: 3 Department: Early Years Age Group: 19+View Early Years Supporting Teaching and Learning NCFE Certificate Level 3 – level 3 – start 29th Sep 2025 – location Stanmore College Main Site
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T Level Early Years – Education and Childcare Level: 3 T Level Department: Early Years Age Group: 16-18View T Level Early Years – Education and Childcare – level 3 – start 8th Sep 2025 – location Stanmore College Main Site
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