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 in Childcare, Hospitality & CateringRetail 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. We are proud to be rated an Ofsted Good 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

YMCA Key College offers a range of training courses for learners aged between 16-18 (up to 24 with an EHCP)

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, we’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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Our learners at St Marks road were joined this morning by Emma Twigg BA Honours Early Childhood Studies who is the Progamme Leader/Senior Lecturer from the University of Derby. The students learnt about key skills and qualities needed to be an Early Years Practioner and taking this as a potential career pathways. A wonderful opportunity for the learners to engage in this session.
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Supported futures learners have been learning dicing, slicing and chopping techniques as part of their knife skills unit in catering whilst making lasagne today.
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This course provides a solid foundation for a future in the sports industry. You will gain essential knowledge and skills across various sports disciplines, understand the fundamentals of fitness, and develop teamwork and leadership abilities.

Get started in the sports industry with a solid foundation that accelerates your growth! This course furnishes you with a broad understanding across various sports disciplines, fitness fundamentals, and help you develop those all important teamwork and leadership skills.

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Supported Futures learners had some volunteering experience at the warehouse today learning about sell by dates and stock rotation. All got thoroughly stuck in. A big thank you to the warehouse crew.
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Today we have been at Pickford house Museum with the level 1 childcare group. Exploring history and visiting the largest toy theatre exhibition in the UK
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YMCA Key College2 weeks ago
🍪 Cakes and Cookies 🍪🎗️
Level 2 Childcare learners took part in a wonderful day of cake and cookie making to raise money for charity.
A huge thank you to Paula at Marble Hall for having us. The girls thoroughly enjoyed their morning baking session and spent the afternoon developing their teamwork and communication skills while selling their delicious creations. A total of £70 was raised!

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