We work directly with schools, academies, trusts and key partners to provide information about the provisions we offer. Throughout the year we exhibit and give presentations at a number of events at schools throughout Kent and across the South-East. Pupils will have the opportunity to talk to a member of staff about the careers available to them and the courses we run. We also offer the opportunity for students to visit our college campuses located in Dartford, Gravesend and Tonbridge.
Get in touch
If you are interested in arranging a school event or wish to order any more Full-Time course guides, please contact our Outreach team at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
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Services we offer
Assemblies and Presentations
If your school or pupils would like to learn more about North Kent College, the subjects we offer, and the careers they can lead to, we’re happy to provide dedicated presentations or informative talks at your school. Whether it's an assembly or a smaller group session, our talks are designed to inform and inspire. We’ll cover the wide range of study opportunities available, the industries our courses lead into, and what student life is like at college.
School Events
If your school is hosting an options or careers evening, then North Kent College would be happy to attend. Throughout the year we exhibit or give presentations at several school events throughout Kent, Medway and the South-East. Pupils and their parents/guardians have the opportunity to talk to a North Kent College member of staff about the careers available to them and the courses we run.
Campus Tours
We offer Campus Tours to small groups of students who wish to visit the campus to see the broad range of facilities which we have available at our college campuses located in Dartford, Gravesend, and Tonbridge
We like to add a special touch for our schools so we also offer:
- Marketing Collateral – School Leavers’ Guides, brand new course offers, up-to-date information.
- Regular VIP e-shots that keep you updated on college activities and how we can get involved and work alongside you and your students (i.e: open days, Campus tours, bespoke events)
Careers Advisor Phone Calls
North Kent College has a team of qualified and experienced Careers Advisors who provide both current and prospective students with free, impartial advice and guidance and access to a range of careers information to meet their needs. We offer a welcoming and supportive environment in which students and prospective applicants can discuss opportunities, identify their skills, interests and abilities and make informed decisions about their future.
Want to speak to one of our Careers Advisors?
- Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
- Telephone Number: 01322 629 515
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Year group information
Information for Year 7 - Year 9
We understand that you may already have an idea of what you’d like to do when you leave school which is great! You’ll be looking to choose your GCSE options in Year 9. This is down to a combination of things, including your own interests, which optional subjects your school allows you to choose, and your future plans.
You’re in the driving seat now, and you’re beginning to shape your own education! This is the first time you can focus on the subjects you like the most and feel you will do well at.
You should expect to take around nine subjects. Most courses and jobs you might want to apply for in the future require you to have grades between 9 and 4 in a minimum of five subjects.
If you are keen to find out more information, please contact our Outreach Team at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Information for Year 10
In Year 10 you will take your mock GCSE exams – you need to take these seriously. These are a great indicator of how you will do at GCSEs. These will inform which sets you get allocated to. Get motivated in Year 10. Get a revision timetable, revision guide and reading guides. This will help you with transition into Year 11. Do try to work some of the Summer and you will find Year 11 so much easier and you will be prepared for the next steps. Learn everything from Year 10 and this will really help and benefit you in the long run.
If you are keen to find out more information, please contact our Outreach Team at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Information for Year 11
Once you reach Year 11 – GCSEs are now on the horizon. With a few exceptions, the main exam GCSE period runs from May to June.
Year 11 is important, but you must also look after yourself. Make sure you are organized and plan a timetable. Year 11 can be a busy and stressful time, but your Head of Year and Form Tutors will help you.
You will need to start thinking about what your next steps are and leaving school could be one of those steps. We want to ensure you have gathered all the information you can in order to make those choices and be able to make the best and considered decision for your future.
If you are keen to find out more information, please contact our Outreach Team at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
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Testimonials
Presentation Feedback
"Professional and informative presentation delivered as always." - Brompton Academy
"Staff was excellent - clear, engaging for the pupils, knowledgeable and tailored the presentation well to the brief established with my colleagues." - St Thomas More
"The NK College talk was very insightful and I now have a better understanding of what my options are."- Hurstmere School for Boys
Careers Fair Feedback
"Positive, engaging and able to communicate with out students well." - St Georges C of E School
"The NKC team attended our Year 11 Parents Evening. We received very positive feedback from parents and students alike, they felt well informed about what post-16 options are available and how to process applications. The staff were very approachable, and their visible attendance at the event was a fantastic addition, we wouldn’t hesitate to invite them back again." - St John's Catholic Comprehensive School
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How to apply
If your pupils already know what they would like to do then wait no further, they can apply now on our website.
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Useful links
At North Kent College, we want to ensure all documents are easily accessible to you and your students. Please see below links to files and web pages that may be useful to you: