Caring for children and young people

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Exam board: NCFE

What is Caring for children and young people?

The NCFE Certificate in Introducing Caring for Children and Young People is for people with a passion for working with children. You will explore the theory behind childcare, from child development to health, safety and safeguarding, and build the skills and knowledge to work in a range of childcare settings.

Why study Caring for children and young people?

If you have a natural passion for helping children grow, learn and thrive, this course is for you. The childcare and youth sectors are growing, with opportunities in schools, nurseries and children’s centres, and the work lets you make a genuine, positive difference.

Is Caring for children and young people right for you?

This course suits students who are passionate about working with children, enjoy helping them develop and grow, and have an interest in child development. It is a strong starting point if you are considering further study in childcare or social work.

What will you study?

• Autumn term
  Introduction to childcare and early years; Child development: the stages of development; Health, safety and well-being in childcare settings; Safeguarding and child protection
• Spring term
  The importance of play in learning and development, craft activities with young children, applying theory to practical scenarios
• Summer term
  Using food and nutrition to plan a healthy diet, completing and submitting coursework, consolidating learning across the year, preparing your final portfolio

What happens outside lessons?

Learning is enriched beyond the classroom. You may visit Priory Oaks Day Nursery, our trust nursery in Guisborough, to observe childcare in real settings, hear from practitioners, and take part in activities that bring your studies to life.

“This course gave me the confidence to volunteer weekly at Priory Oaks Day Nursery. I have applied to enrol on the T level in Childcare.”

Katie F., Class of 2025

Where can Caring for children and young people take you?

Childcare practitioner · Teaching assistant · Youth worker · Nursery assistant · Social care worker. An excellent starting point for further study in childhood studies and the T Level in Early Years.

How will you be assessed?

Your progress is assessed through portfolio submissions and observations, including coursework assignments on child development, safeguarding and communication, and observed practical tasks.

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