Working in partnership with Simon Langton Boys to provide a grammar
school band for boys and girls in a comprehensive school for all talents
THE OCCUPATIONAL & ENTERPRISE COLLEGE
The Occupational & Enterprise College offers programmes of study for learners whose skills, abilities, gifts and talents are more practical.
The Canterbury Academy offers an innovative range of courses and qualifications for students and specialises in practical learning and enterprise education. It helps prepare students gain employment or to become the employers of tomorrow.
It has outstanding facilities including hairdressing and barbering salon, 'Education Cuts'; a beauty salon, a building and construction unit, health & social care and childcare facilities, including the City View Nursery; and, Chefs' Restaurant, open to the public for lunches 2 days per week and which is available for private and commercial functions.
Canterbury Academy Main Site - EEC
COURSES
These facilities give students experience and training in the workplace in a supportive and safe environment as they progress to achieve industry level qualifications.
Students also have the opportunity of a work placement throughout their course in the relevant industry.
Students are introduced to enterprise. Those wishing to create their own company have support and mentoring, encouraging young entrepreneurs to start up their own businesses.
For an overview of the courses click below to read the qualification content for each subject.
NVQ Level 1 Food and Beverage Services
NVQ Level 2 Professional Cookery
NVQ Level 3 Professional Cookery
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NVQ Customer Service
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CYG Personal Training
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IFS Financial Careers Development
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BCS European computer Driving Licence
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NVQ Retail
For more information on courses offered in the Occupational & Enterprise College please contact Mrs Vinn using the direct email form.
OPTIONS & APPLICATION
Mix and match up to
4 subjects, courses or training from any of our 4 pathways
PLEASE NOTE: Maximum number of subjects will vary dependent on course content.
How to apply
Visit the 'How to Apply' page for full details on the application process or contact a head of college for details of specific courses, qualifications and training.
The unique aspect of the Sixth Form's provision is the flexibility it offers. The timetable allows students to mix different types of courses, different levels of qualifications, improve maths and English and study at a variety of different times.