English, Maths & Digital Skills

English, Maths English, Maths & Digital Skills & Digital Skills

Employers choose candidates with good English, maths and digital skills, which means you will continue to develop these crucial skills to the standards that employers require.

Not only are English and maths crucial for employability, they are essential for higher level study. English and/or maths may form an important part of your study programme, providing you with the underpinning skills to achieve your potential in your vocational course, employment and further learning. This is why dedicated English and maths classes make up a large part of many study programmes, and these skills are also embedded into every teaching session of your vocational course. If you left school with a GCSE English and/or Maths at grade 3 or below, you’ll study English and maths to gain that vital GCSE grade 9-4.

FAQs

What if I don’t get my GCSE grade 9-4 in English and/or Maths at school?

Your future employer wants grade 4 abilities in English and maths, and you will also need these skills to achieve your full potential on your main course. You will continue to study to achieve these qualifications as part of your study programme, until you gain a grade 4 or equivalent.

What’s the point?

Life and work are so much easier if you have good skills in English and maths - you will be happier, more confident and better off financially.

If you’re planning to take a T Level or progress to university, and you have a grade 4 in English or maths, please check the requirements for your next step. If you do require a grade 5 or above, please speak to your Learning Development Mentor who will ensure you get on to an appropriate GCSE course.

I’m no good at English and maths

We think you can be and we can prove it! Every year hundreds of our students achieve grade 4 and guess what, they enjoy the subject! We take a fresh approach and will work with you to get rid of your barriers to achievement.

So I can work towards achieving my GCSE grade 9-4 in English and/or Maths?

Yes! We will encourage you to take a step at a time, potentially improving a grade at a time. You will be supported to work at your own pace.

People with good GCSE grades in English and maths earn approximately £2,000 more per year than those who don’t! I’ve already achieved GCSEs grade 9-4. Will I still study English and maths?

Only if you want to, or if you need a Level 3 in English or maths for your desired career or higher education course. We may encourage you to continue to develop your skills in maths by attending our Bright Sparks programme, which is the Level 3 Certificate in Mathematical Studies, giving you a real edge in the jobs market.

I need extra support with my English and maths. Can I get some help?

Yes, you have the ability to pass and our tutors will get you there! If you have difficulties or disabilities, English and maths will form part of your programme and we’ll help you to develop at your own pace and level. Work-related learning, work experience and preparation for work play key roles in your programmes; English and maths will be embedded into these too.

Digital Skills

Our English and maths classes also prioritise developing your digital skills in fun and creative ways, including: • Audio and visual media to promote independent learning and make classroom learning fun • Highly developed Moodle resource area within the College website, including access to Maths

Watch and Maths Pad • Interactive technology via the use of tablets, laptops, digital apps and interactive software/websites in class • Audio and visual access to online book publications

Sam Hargreaves Maths GCSE Former pupil of Tottington Specialist Maths & Computing College

‘This course has made me more confident and made a huge difference to my maths knowledge, I’m even using it on my motor vehicle course for measurements and converting units. I’ve been really happy throughout and the tutor has been so supportive, always on hand to answer any questions I may have.’

Savannah Thompson English GCSE Former pupil of Ladybridge High School

‘The tutors here are so helpful and supportive and I’ve found the style of teaching here really easy to understand. It’s important that I have a GCSE in English, as it’s essential for certain jobs, so this qualification is going to be really useful in the future.’

Most university courses require a GCSE grade 4 or above in English and maths.

Higher levels of literacy and numeracy are linked to better health and wellbeing.

Good English and maths skills don’t just help in the classroom. proficiency in these subjects improves your communication skills and allows you to understand money as well as the world around you.