T Level in Education and Early Years

Key facts about T Level in Education and Early Years for teachers, checked against the official sources.

Route: Education and Early Years
First teaching: 2020
Awarding organisation: NCFE
Qualification number: 603/5829/4
Status: open
Last checked: 2026-10-20

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Structure

Core component: Externally set written exams plus an employer-set project (ESP). Graded A* to E.
Occupational specialism: Practical, project-style assessment for one job role (some T Levels allow more). Graded pass, merit or distinction.
Industry placement: At least 315 hours (about 45 days) with an employer.

Occupational specialisms

Early years educator
Assisting teaching

Core exams: 2
Employer set project: Yes

Official documents

T Level page (tlevels.gov.uk)

Facts checked against: gov.uk, tlevels.gov.uk, tlevels.gov.uk, ncfe.org.uk, ncfe.org.uk.

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