This course is for young learners who want to improve their English, maths or IT skills so that they can live and work in the UK.
This course is available from Entry Level 1 up to Level 2.
We work with local businesses to plan our courses, so you can prepare for work in the UK. We can also provide work experience and some vocational options in subjects such as Creative Crafts, Health and Childcare, and Business.
When you finish the course, you could:
- study at the next level of ESOL
- OR, study another subject at college.
This course starts in September and takes one year.
You can join the course after September but please contact our Advice and Admissions centre first. They will check if there is a place for you. The maximum class size is 25 students.
If you want to study another subject at college, or get a job, we can give you advice for FREE
Please note: This course does not run during school holidays or bank holidays.
Refugee and asylum seeker offers
Because of the high demand for English language lessons, we have made a range of courses that will support the large number of asylum seekers who are hoping to enrol onto our courses at our colleges.
We are working with local authorities and charities to help refugees and asylum seekers get the essential skills that they need to transition into life and work in the United Kingdom.
Please contact us via 0800 612 6008 or email us for more details.
What you'll learn
You will learn the English language through studying:
- citizenship
- maths
- IT
- communication and presentation skills
- study skills
- work skills
- a vocational option, such as Creative Crafts Health and childcare and Multi Trades
- work experience
Also, all Activate Learning students can speak free of charge to our Student Support teams for advice and guidance on their course and student life in the UK. See here for details.
How you'll learn and be assessed
Teaching can include:
- instruction from a teacher
- group discussion
- working in pairs
- one-to-one instruction
- role plays
Also, you will be helped to develop your English skills according to your own needs.
You will learn through reading, writing, listening and speaking in authentic situations.
There is a minimum of 18 hours of taught lessons each week. However, you are expected to study about 20 hours a week. This should include homework/self-directed study.
In the college, there are quiet places to study called “the Learning Zone”.
You can also join fun events, such as class trips!
You also get access to our leisure and learning facilities such as:
- Learning Centres and beauty salons
- libraries
- Virtual Learning Environments
There are speaking and listening, reading, and writing tests on this course. The cost for these tests is included in the course fee.
These tests help you understand your strong and weak points, so you can study more effectively.
When you successfully complete this course, you will get a UK ESOL and maths qualification.
Entry requirements
The only entry requirement is that you have a successful interview with a member of the course team in order to ensure that we can fully meet your needs
We are looking for young people with an enthusiasm to learn and a desire to make progress. We want applicants to actively take part in keep warm activities set by teachers before starting in September.
Additional information
This course is available from Entry Level 1 up to Level 2.
