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Is it for me?

This course is so much more than focussing on accuracy and fluency in English and achieving qualifications to enable you to progress into further education or employment. You will also have fun and find yourself with a positive future.

Why choose this course at West Suffolk College?

 

  • Full-time course (3 days per week).
  • Gain ESOL qualifications, Functional Skills Maths & Essential Digital Skills.
  • Full Enrichment Programme including new qualifications in Living & Working in the U.K, and British Values.
  • Excellent record of progression.
  • Highly experienced and qualified ESOL tutors.
  • Support & guidance throughout your studies.

Our enthusiastic and inspiring tutors will teach you the skills and self-assurance to live and work in modern Britain in the dynamic environment of the West Suffolk College campus. With a unique 'learning by doing' interactive learning experience, lessons are fun and challenging to motivate you and help you progress quickly.

The course is designed for all non-native speakers of English including Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking Children (UASC) and tailored to be inclusive of all cultures and backgrounds.

Student testimonials from 22/23 course graduates:
'I became more confident with my English.'
'I met so many new people and became friends with them.' 
'I feel more comfortable with speaking English.'
'I really improved my English skills.'
'I became more confident with my speaking and listening.'
'My best memory from this year was the good community and I met good friends.'
'I met my friends this year. This course made my year more interesting and exciting.'
'When I arrived in England for the first time, I couldn't understand English. Now I've really improved my English. I'm so proud of this!'

 

Assessment

Assessments vary by qualification:
ESOL qualifications are made up of individual assessments by skill: reading, writing, speaking, and listening.
Functional Skills Mathematics is assessed as an examination of two parts: calculator and non-calculator paper.
Essential Digital Skills involves a digital assessment and observation (depending on level).
British Values involves an online multiple-choice assessment.
Living & Working in the U.K is assessed with a portfolio of evidence that students will build throughout the year.

Discover more

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Days & times

Please contact us for dates and further information
Tuesday 09:15 - 16:00
Wednesday 09:15 - 16:00
Thursday 09:15 - 16:00


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