Course Overview:

At the start of the year, you will be assessed to see which level you are working at. The resources and teaching skills used will then allow you to develop skills at your own pace.

The course lasts one year and includes tuition of two and a half to three hours per week, starting in September 2019.

The course will develop your skills in three areas:

• Speaking and listening – you’ll become more confident and fluent in using standard English to express yourself in a variety of real-life situations.
• Reading – you’ll develop skills in reading and responding to a range of texts based around real-life situations.
• Writing – you’ll develop writing skills in a range of real-life scenarios, improving your accuracy and developing your ideas.

Assessment:

You’ll be assessed by exams in three areas – speaking and listening, reading, and writing – which take place at key points within the year.

Progression:

Functional Skills English allows you to develop your literacy skills in real-life situations. It’s a national qualification that’s recognised and accepted by employers, and can also act as a stepping stone to a GCSE. Functional Skills English has many positive benefits, including improving employability prospects and helping you progress to other courses at Weston College.

This course will help you to develop your English skills to the standard that most businesses expect from their employees.

This GCSE lasts one year and tuition is up to three hour a week for 32 weeks, starting in September 2019. It is assessed with two exams in June 2020 and four written assessments during class time.

You will learn how to:

• Identify and interpret information and ideas
• Explain, comment on and analyse how writers use language and structure to achieve effects and influence readers, using relevant subject terminology
• Compare ideas and perspectives
• Evaluate texts critically and support with appropriate textual references
• Communicate clearly, effectively and imaginatively
• Use appropriate tone and style for different audiences
• Organise information and ideas, using structural and grammatical features to support coherence and cohesion
• Use a range of vocabulary and sentence structures for clarity, purpose and effect with accurate spelling and punctuation
• Listen and respond appropriately to others, including questions and feedback
• Use spoken Standard English effectively in speeches and presentation.
• GCSE qualifications will allow you to progress onto further qualifications at the College.

Course Overview:

At the start of the year, you will be assessed to find out which level is appropriate for you.

An ESOL course will help you improve your English at home, at work and in the wider community. You’ll develop your skills in three main areas:

• Speaking and listening – you’ll understand English and speak with more accuracy.
• Reading – you’ll increase your vocabulary and understand more information.
• Writing – you’ll be able to write using correct grammar and vocabulary.

ESOL classes will also give you the opportunity to socialise and meet new people.

Assessment:

You’ll be assessed by exams in three areas – speaking and listening, reading, and writing – which take place when you are ready.

Progression:

ESOL classes will allow you to develop your literacy skills in real-life situations. You’ll also gain a national qualification that’s recognised by employers and will provide you with more job opportunities. You’ll also be able to make friends and improve your confidence, while learning in a friendly atmosphere.