T Level in Education & Early Years

Entry Requirements:
Applicants are required to obtain 5 GCSEs, including Maths and English at grade 4 or above. If applicants are wanting to pursue a career in Primary Teaching, a GCSE in science is required.

Course Info

The course is an equal mixture of theory and practical experience, the learners are required to complete a mandatory 750 hours in a Early Years or Primary School. The course is exam based.

 

The theory will be taught in college though a range of methods which will include creative activities, learner led activities, research, group work, presentations,

 

During the course, you will work through 12 elements during your first year, followed by 4 performance outcomes in your second year.

 

Throughout the 2 years, you will be expected to complete 750 mandatory placement hours within an Early Years or Primary setting.

Teaching

You’ll spend 50% of the course completing 750 placement hours over 2 years, and 50% of the time in the classroom, taught through various means such as research groups and peer work presentations. Placements during second year will involve structured observations and professional discussions.

Course Overview

Details

  • Start Date: September 2025
  • Days: This course runs 4 days a week place placement
  • UCAS Points: UCAS Points have been awarded for this qualification as follows: D* = 168, D = 144, M = 120, P (C+) = 96, P (D or E) = 72.
  • Calderdale College Campus
  • 34 Weeks in College
  • 9 Weeks Industry Placement

Course Fees

This course is free for students age 16 – 18.

Assessment Methods

During your first year, you will be assessed through an employer set project and two core exam papers.

In your second year, you will be assessed through three structured observations undertaken in your work placement by an assessor, and three exam papers.

Example Careers

  • Early Years Practitioner
  • Children’s Holiday Representative
  • Primary School Teacher
  • Learning Mentor
  • Nursery Worker

Progression Opportunities

After successfully completing the course, students may progress onto Higher Education, higher apprenticeships or employment.

Awarding Body

What are the benefits?

  • Study one course and get 3 A Levels
  • Exam and project based – there’s no coursework here!
  • 80% class study / 20% industry placement
  • It’s a direct route to your dream career
  • Develop skills and knowledge ready for employment
  • This is a higher level of study that goes beyond the basics
  • You get to work on projects for real employers

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