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CHILDCARE, TEACHING AND EDUCATIONAL DEVELOPMENT

A career in childcare and education is one of the most rewarding and fulfilling career choices. If you’re passionate about working with young people, then this is the choice for you.

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1 of only 3

Hugh Baird College is one of only three Ofsted outstanding further education colleges in the whole of the North West.

This means you have access to an exceptional standard of education and training, adding even greater value to your qualifications and experience and making you stand out to future employers and admissions teams.

100% pass rate

In 2025, 100% of students who studied Art and Design - Extended Diploma - Level 3 at Hugh Baird College achieved their qualification.

100% pass rate

In 2024, 100% of students studying T-level: Education and Childcare (Early Years Educator) at Hugh Baird College achieved their qualification.

Centre of Industry Excellence

Centre of Industry Excellence

Studying a Childcare, Teaching or Educational Development course at Hugh Baird College means that you will be developing your skills and knowledge in one of our Centres of Industry Excellence.

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Nurturing the Future: My Childcare and Teaching Journey at Hugh Baird College

Join Mia Cairns as she shares her inspiring journey, where she discovered her passion for teaching. In this video, Mia talks about her love for creative activities such as drama and art and how working with children made her realise her calling as a teacher.

Where are they now?