EKC Folkestone College

Moving to a new country and starting college can feel overwhelming, but no student should have to do it alone! 💜

When Swechchha moved from Nepal to England, everything felt unfamiliar. But what helped her settle in? Support, guidance and clear expectations from her tutors.

💬 “It's very different, everything is new to me - the system. But my tutors are really good. They always help you when you need it. If you're unsure or hesitating, they notice and come over to explain it again. They're really patient too."

At College, we know every learner’s journey is different. That’s why we create a welcoming environment where students feel supported, encouraged and confident to succeed.

📝 Apply now and join us this September:
https://www.folkestonecollege.ac.uk/study-with-us/

Thinking about your child’s future? 💜

A career in Health and Social Care can open the door to a wide range of rewarding opportunities, from working in care homes to supporting people in the community.

At EKC Folkestone College, our students gain real experience in different care settings, helping them discover the path that’s right for them.

Read our latest blog to explore the different career options available. 👇
🔗 https://www.folkestonecollege.ac.uk/news/exploring-careers-in-health-and-social-care-where-could-your-future-take-you/

We asked our students to share their favourite study spots on campus and now the results are in! Curious to know where the most popular place to study is? We’ve revealed the top choice in our blog.

👉 Read it now to see what our students had to say: https://www.folkestonecollege.ac.uk/news/best-spots-to-study-in-ekc-folkestone-college/

Thinking about returning to education or learning something new? 📚✨

An Adult Open Day is the perfect chance to explore your options, meet tutors, ask questions and discover what College life could look like for you.

We’ve put together four things you should do at our upcoming Adult Open Day to help you make the most of your visit.

Read the blog and get prepared before you visit us on Thursday 11 June. 👇
https://www.folkestonecollege.ac.uk/news/four-things-to-do-at-an-adult-open-day/

Crafting impressive structures, mixing cement and showcasing skills? Sounds like another day for our Bricklaying students. 👀

If you missed it at Open Day, our dedicated Bricklaying workshop is the perfect place for your young person to become a skilled construction professional. 👷‍♂️👷‍♀️

Bricklayers play a key role in construction work across the UK, and with new
projects happening across Kent, there's never been a better time to enter the trades. 🧱

Explore the benefits of our Level 2 Bricklaying course and start this September: https://www.folkestonecollege.ac.uk/study-with-us/construction-and-the-built-environment/

Young chef Grace is following in her dad's footsteps with the dream of becoming a chef herself. 👩‍🍳

She especially enjoys Thursdays at College, when the students run a full food service for staff and students. This experience gives them the opportunity to work to tight deadlines while producing high-quality dishes. Giving her the skills that will help them progress into a professional kitchen. 💫

🔗 Read more about our Professional Cookery course and why Grace chose this course: https://www.folkestonecollege.ac.uk/news/graces-experience-on-our-level-3-professional-cookery-course/

💪 Brand-new gym now open at EKC Folkestone College.

Our Sports students can now train in a modern fitness space inside the new Ambition Building, featuring:
🏃 Cardio machines
🏋️ Free weights
🔥 Smith machine
❄️ Air conditioning
🪞 Floor-to-ceiling mirrors
…and much more!

Designed to help students develop their fitness, strength, and conditioning skills in an enhanced learning environment, the new gym is another exciting addition to College life.

Take a look inside 👀 https://www.folkestonecollege.ac.uk/news/ekc-folkestone-college-unveils-brand-new-gym-in-ambition-building/