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Free Level 3 Childcare Course in Newport

CostFREE
Duration72 weeks
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Childcare and Education Course in Newport. Classes run at Isle of Wight College. You'll need five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English, to get started. If you haven't yet achieved grade 4 in Maths, you'll study GCSE Maths alongside the childcare and education classes. The course runs full-time during the day and takes 72 weeks to complete. You'll study child development, care, and education, building the knowledge and skills needed to work as a nursery practitioner.

Who this course is for

This course is for those with a genuine interest in children and a desire to be involved with their care, development and education.

It is essential that Childcare and Education Workers have a genuine interest in children. It is an advantage to be patient, reliable, flexible, cheerful, and enthusiastic and in addition have a sense of humour! Candidates should be able to use their own initiative with a commitment to equal opportunities.

Entry requirements

Interview and 5 GCSEs grade 4 (C) or above in written subjects which must include English. Unless Maths grade 4 (C) has already been achieved before the Course, then those who havent achieved this grade will study GCSE Maths alongside the Childcare Course.

Learners will need 5 GCSEs at Grade 4 (C) or above.

Alternatively, the Full Diploma in Childcare and Education Level 2 at an overall grade 4 (C) or above would be required.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop knowledge of child development from birth through to early childhood.
  • You'll learn how to plan and support children's learning and play activities.
  • You'll study how to safeguard children and understand your responsibilities in a childcare setting.
  • You'll explore how to support children's health, wellbeing, and personal care needs.
  • You'll learn how to work in partnership with parents, carers, and other professionals.
  • You'll understand equal opportunities and inclusive practice in early years settings.
  • You'll develop skills in observing and assessing children's progress.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Isle of Wight College, combining taught lessons with practical activities. Assessment includes written assignments, observations in childcare settings, and ongoing coursework. The course also involves a practical placement element where you'll apply your learning in a real early years environment. You'll be assessed throughout the course rather than by a single final exam.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Isle of Wight College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Nursery practitioner: working with children aged 0 to 5 in a nursery setting.
  • Nursery nurse: supporting children's daily care and learning activities.
  • Early years teaching assistant: supporting qualified teachers in reception classes.
  • Childminder: providing registered childcare in a home setting.
  • Playgroup leader: running sessions for pre-school children in community settings.
  • After-school club worker: supervising and supporting children outside school hours.

What you could study next

  • Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare: moves you toward senior or management roles in early years settings.
  • Early Childhood Studies degree: a university route into research, policy, or specialist practice.
  • Qualified Teacher Status (Early Years): for those who want to train as an early years teacher in a school or nursery setting.
  • Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training: useful if you want to move into teaching or training roles.
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