Welcome to Key College

We believe that every young person should have the opportunity to fulfil their potential. We simply provide suitable learning courses, the right environment and highly-qualified and dedicated tutors to make sure this happens.

We offer courses inย Childcare, Hospitality & Catering,ย Retail Knowledge, Practical Work Skills, Health & Social Care, and Sports, Fitness & Health.

At campuses in Derby, and Ilkeston, we provide a range of accredited full-time education for young people aged 16-18, and, if the student has an Education, Health and Care (EHC) plan, up to the age of 24 in some instances.

We are proud of our links with many local businesses, enabling us to offer our learners relevant practical work experience and volunteer opportunities. Our highly qualified and experienced team have been delivering a quality training provision across Derby and Derbyshire for over 10 years.ย We are proud to be an Ofsted regulated training provider, and we have recently retained full Matrix accreditation for the high quality of the information, advice and guidance we provide for our students.

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Our Courses

Key College offers students aged between 16-19 a range of training courses.

Alternative Provision

At YMCA Key College, we believe that every young person deserves access to education that recognises their individual strengths, supports their personal growth, and equips them for a brighter future. For over a decade, weโ€™ve proudly delivered high-quality Alternative Provision across Derbyshire, helping learners overcome barriers, build confidence, and achieve meaningful success.

Success Stories

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YMCA Key College2 days ago
๐Ÿค”Wondering if YMCA Key College is right for you?

If you're aged 16โ€“18 (or up to 24 with an EHCP) and want to learn in a fun, hands-on, and supportive environment with small class sizes, weโ€™re here for you!

๐Ÿ“š Choose from a variety of accredited vocational courses
๐Ÿ› ๏ธ Learn real employability skills
โœ๏ธ Study Maths & English alongside your course
๐Ÿ’ผ Gain real-life work experience
๐Ÿข Derby and Ilkeston campuses

โœ… Build confidence
โœ… Find your path
โœ… Start your journey today

๐Ÿ“ฒ Scan the QR code or visit http://www.keycollege.co.uk/ to learn more.

#YMCAKeyCollege #VocationalTraining #PostSchoolSupport #DerbyCollege #IlkestonCollege #SkillsForLife #HandsOnLearning
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YMCA Key College3 days ago
๐ŸŽ“ Ready to take the next steps after school? ๐Ÿ”‘

At YMCA Key College, you can gain real qualifications, hands-on experience, and essential life skills in areas like:

Sports & Fitness
Practical Work Skills
Health & Social Care
Childcare
Retail & more!

๐Ÿ“ Study at our Ilkeston or Derby campuses
๐Ÿ“… Start any time of year!
๐Ÿ“ฒ Scan the QR code or visit http://www.keycollege.co.uk/ to explore our courses.

#UnlockYourFuture #YMCAKeyCollege #VocationalTraining #PostSchoolPlans #CareerReady #Post16 #DerbyCollege #IlkestonCollege
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YMCA Key College4 days ago
A HUGE thank you to Riverside!

Weโ€™re beyond grateful for your generous donation of plywood to help us build our learning area for the amazing Learners of YMCA Key College. Your support makes a world of difference and will enhance our educational space, creating more opportunities for growth and creativity!

Together, weโ€™re helping learners unlock their future!
YMCA Key College
YMCA Key College6 days ago
๐Ÿค”Wondering if YMCA Key College is right for you?

If you're aged 16โ€“18 (or up to 24 with an EHCP) and want to learn in a fun, hands-on, and supportive environment with small class sizes, weโ€™re here for you!

๐Ÿ“š Choose from a variety of accredited vocational courses
๐Ÿ› ๏ธ Learn real employability skills
โœ๏ธ Study Maths & English alongside your course
๐Ÿ’ผ Gain real-life work experience
๐Ÿข Derby and Ilkeston campuses

โœ… Build confidence
โœ… Find your path
โœ… Start your journey today

๐Ÿ“ฒ Scan the QR code or visit http://www.keycollege.co.uk/ to learn more.

#YMCAKeyCollege #VocationalTraining #PostSchoolSupport #DerbyCollege #IlkestonCollege #SkillsForLife #HandsOnLearning
YMCA Key College
YMCA Key College7 days ago
๐ŸŽ“ Ready to take the next steps after school? ๐Ÿ”‘

At YMCA Key College, you can gain real qualifications, hands-on experience, and essential life skills in areas like:

Sports & Fitness
Practical Work Skills
Health & Social Care
Childcare
Retail & more!

๐Ÿ“ Study at our Ilkeston or Derby campuses
๐Ÿ“… Start any time of year!
๐Ÿ“ฒ Scan the QR code or visit http://www.keycollege.co.uk/ to explore our courses.

#UnlockYourFuture #YMCAKeyCollege #VocationalTraining #PostSchoolPlans #CareerReady #Post16 #DerbyCollege #IlkestonCollege
YMCA Key College
YMCA Key College1 week ago
Laura has been doing ratios with the Catering learners and using making shortbread as a practical example. Practical application of maths really assists our learners in developing their skills.

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