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Children's Play, Learning and Development

at St Mary'S Catholic School, Newcastle Upon Tyne · school or sixth form

Ofsted rated their sixth form provisionOutstanding2023see the detail

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma2 yearsFull time

What the college says

This qualification is for students interested in learning about the early years sector and child development. It covers all the knowledge, skills and attributes that are required for working in the sector or progressing into a related course in higher education. In this qualification you will learn about theories and models of child development and how this relates to the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). You will develop an understanding of a range of factors that may influence childrens development and consider the short- and long-term effects on their development. Additionally, you will learn the theoretical principles of childrens language, literacy, and numeracy skills development and how these can be applied when working in an Early Years setting. A compulsory part of the programme is to undertake 50 hours work experience in at least one setting, with children from birth to seven years 11 months. Within this experience you will be observed working with the children and staff. This will help you to develop essential skills and knowledge that are required for working with children. Course Content Year 12 Unit 1: Childrens Development (externally assessed). Unit 2: Development of Childrens Literacy, Numeracy and Communication Skills. (externally assessed). Year 13 Unit 3: Play and Learning (internally assessed). Unit 11: The Early Years Foundation Stage (internally assessed).

What you need to get on

Merit in Health or Grade 4 in English Language or Literature

How you are assessed

One subject in depth, assessed largely through coursework and projects.

What this level means

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • St. Mary's Catholic School

    BENTON PARK ROAD, NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, NE7 7PE

    DaytimeClassroom based
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