Student Case Study: Sophia Kelly

“The course was amazing. It’s opened so many doors for me and I think if you have a good idea of what you want to do in the future, a T level is a great choice.”

Sophia is adamant that doing a T level qualification has put her ahead of the field when it comes to progressing her career. In the nursery where she is currently working before heading off to university in September, most of the staff haven’t gained a Level 3 qualification despite being older than her.

“The T level has provided me with a really firm foundation for the future. The placement gives me an advantage over students studying A levels as I’ve already experienced life in the classroom and the theoretical knowledge I’ve gained gives me the edge over people who’ve gone straight into employment. It’s the best of both worlds.”

Sophia, who sadly lost her mum at the end of her first year, really praised the support she received from the college who helped her throughout the course. She also made some fantastic friends at B&FC and thoroughly enjoyed her placement at St John’s Primary School where she had the opportunity to put into practice what she had previously learnt.

Having achieved a Distinction, Sophia is now off to study for a degree at Leeds Beckett University. Asked whether she’d recommend the qualification to others, Sophia didn’t hesitate: “The course was amazing. It’s opened so many doors for me and I think if you have a good idea of what you want to do in the future, a T level is a great choice.”

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