Our Childcare and Early Years courses at Oaklands are designed to transform your interest in childcare into a rewarding career.
A wide range of options are offered for those aspiring to work with young children. If you're currently employed in the field and seeking additional qualifications, or you have no formal experience, our courses are tailored to meet your needs.
Our strong partnerships with local day nurseries and primary schools ensure you gain the practical, hands-on experience necessary for success.
I have gained a vast amount of skills and knowledge from the course. I have learnt about the policy and procedure, theory and pedagogy that underpins practice and how we can use this information to support children/young people. Placement provides an opportunity to apply this knowledge to support child development and gives us valuable skills such as confidence, communication, initiative and collaboration. The rewarding nature of seeing your hard work and learning pay off in supporting the children you work with is incomparable. The staff who work with us in college are consistently supportive, nurturing and helpful, creating a friendly and enabling environment for all.
Zoe Farraway
Childcare & Early Years Student
Our on-site, industry-standard nursery gives childcare students hands-on experience in a realistic setting. Fully equipped and child-safe, it prepares learners with the practical skills and confidence needed for real-world early years environments.
Example job roles:
Childcare Practitioner
Keep up-to-date with the latest Childcare & Early Years News
News: 27 June 2025
This week, our St Albans campus was alive with energy, pride, and inspiration as our yearly Festival of Achievement took place.
Read MoreNews: 11 June 2025
We are excited to announce our brand-new, Industry Standard Nursery at our Welwyn Garden City Campus – a dynamic learning environment designed to give students first-hand experience in Early Years Care and Education.
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