ESOL

ESOL New Frontiers English for Speakers of Other Languages

16-19 Programme 2012/13 A specialist full-time programme of study preparing ESOL students for progression to courses in further or higher education and employment.

ESOL Mathematics Personal and Social Development Employability Enrichment

A lively and stimulating full-time programme for 16-19 year olds wishing to progress on to courses in further and higher education or employment.

ESOL (English for speakers of other languages) courses develop speaking, listening, reading and writing skills in English.

Prepare for nationally accredited ESOL City & Guilds assessments (Pre-Entry, Entry 1, Entry 2, Entry 3 and Level 1).

Mathematics courses develop the vocabulary of mathematics and problem-solving skills.

Prepare for all levels of functional skills mathematics.

Personal and social development courses build confidence in communication and independent living skills.

Prepare for nationally accredited ASDAN Awards, Certificates or Diplomas in Life Skills (Entry 1, Entry 2, Entry 3). Subjects include personal safety, managing money, environmental awareness, community action and using technology.

Employability courses teach skills around application forms, CVs and interview techniques. They build-up awareness of health and safety and customer service in the workplace, and offer the possibility of workplacement experience.

Prepare for nationally accredited ASDAN Awards or Certificates in Employability and British Safety Council Awards in Workplace Health and Safety.

We welcome all students for whom English is not their first language.

We are a friendly, supportive and professional team of highly qualified teachers dedicated to maximising the potential of all our students.

We aim to provide a challenging and enjoyable learning environment in which all our students feel welcome and respected.

Plus ...

• One-to-one tutorials – personal tutors to support the individual needs of each student.

• Embedded ICT – students are encouraged to develop their IT skills in all subject areas.

Every Student Matters • • • • •

Stay safe Be healthy Enjoy and achieve Make a positive contribution Economic well-being

Enrichment activities include sport, community activities, local trips, volunteering projects, cooking, arts, crafts and meeting visiting speakers.

Welcome

We welcome all students for whom English is not their first language.

We are a friendly, supportive and professional team of highly qualified teachers dedicated to maximising the potential of all our students.

We aim to provide a challenging and enjoyable learning environment in which all our students feel welcome and respected.

For more information please call: City College Plymouth on 01752 305300 or e-mail Sarah Waters (ESOL 16-19 Co-ordinator) at swaters1@cityplym.ac.uk.