EKC Canterbury Spring Lane is home to the College’s land-based, environmental and animal care courses as well as their dedicated facilities.
Land-based, Environmental and Animal Care courses
Do you want to start a career in animal management or the land-based sector? We have courses available for school leavers, Years 10 and 11 and those aged 19+.
Our courses will provide you with the fundamental knowledge and skills to support your journey to employment in the sector.
Developing Green Skills
To help meet the emerging demand for specialist green skills, we have invested in upgrading Spring Lane to offer cutting-edge education and training in animal conservation, horticulture and land-based subjects.
Pre-16 Junior College
Spring Lane is home to EKC Canterbury Junior College, a learning opportunity for learners in Years 10 and 11 who have dedicated ambitions to entering the landbased industry.
Short and Part Time Courses
We offer a range of professional horticulture short and part time courses for learners aged 19+.
Meet the Animals
Our Spring Lane Campus is home to over 70 species of animals including:
- Wallabies
- Chickens
- Goats and sheep
- Small mammals such as rabbits, guinea pigs and ferrets
- Reptiles including snakes and bearded dragons.
Explore our Facilities
Our website allows you to explore our facilities and discover videos of our students who share their experience.
How to apply
If you have decided on a course or study programme, find out how to apply for EKC Canterbury College.
Need help and advice?
Our College team are here to support you in a number of ways, such as to help you explore your options.
Professional Standards Week inspires Landbased, Environmental and Animal Care students
19 December 2025
Landbased, Environmental and Animal Care students took part in their annual ‘Professional Standards Week’, a week focused on employability skills, exploring career options and discovering what their futures could look like.
