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English, Maths & ESOL

Good English & Maths skills are essential in your work and daily life

ESOL (English as a Second or Other Language)

ESOL is all about integration and inclusivity. You will have the opportunity to make new friends and will be part of a welcoming and diverse community. It will develop your language and communication skills as well as increase your confidence in speaking, writing and reading English. Your study programme will also include enrolment onto our maths programme which can develop your skills & prepare you for employment or for progressing onto another course at a higher level. You can enrol throughout the year and will be entered for nationally recognised assessments when you are ready. This course is also available at Pre-entry Level.

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  • Study Mode: Part-time
  • Start Date: 14/09/2026 (week commencing)

English GCSE

In today's tough job market more and more employers expect candidates to have at least a grade 4 in GCSE English. This course will suit those already working and those still seeking employment. It's a perfect opportunity to brush up on the essential skills required by employers, and gain a qualification in the process.

Maths GCSE

 

 

A grade 4 in Maths is essential if you are looking for work or looking to progress your career. This is your opportunity to gain this crucial qualification as a part-time learner. This is a perfect opportunity to brush up on the essential skills required by employers and gain a qualification in the process.

Functional Skills Maths

Functional Skills Maths qualifications are designed to help you improve your numeracy skills and develop the confidence to use maths in everyday life, work and further study.

Achieving a maths qualification can increase your confidence and motivation, while supporting progression in employment, further learning or career development.

Functional Skills English

Functional Skills English qualifications are designed to help you improve your literacy skills and develop the confidence to use English effectively in everyday life, work and further study.

The course will support you to build practical English skills in reading, writing, speaking, listening and communication. You will explore relevant, real-life scenarios and develop the skills needed to communicate clearly, understand information, and respond confidently to unfamiliar situations.

This course is suitable for adults who already have a good foundation of English skills and would like to develop them further.

ESOL for Adults - Part-time (English as a Second or Other Language)

ESOL is all about integration and inclusivity. You will have the opportunity to make new friends and will be part of a welcoming and diverse community. It will develop your language and communication skills as well as increase your confidence in speaking, writing and reading English. 

This course is broken down into 3 sections:

  • Reading
  • Writing
  • Speaking and Listening

You may be able to choose to study one, two or all three sections.