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GCSE

We offer English classes from Entry 1 to Level 1 and GCSE.

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Pre Entry/Entry

Attendance - Part-time
Duration - Various
Start date - w/c 15 September 2025
Where -
3 Locations
Online
Huddersfield Centre
Pioneer Higher Skills Centre

Course Overview

These courses are free of charge if you have not already completed the qualification and can help you gain confidence to progress to a higher level in education or work.

Is English not your first language? Please see our ESOL section.
The class times are as follows:

Huddersfield
Tuesday: 12.30pm – 2.30pm or 6pm – 8pm
Thursday: 12.30pm – 2.30pm
Friday: 9.30am – 11.30am

Pioneer
Monday: 9.30am – 11.30am

Online
Wednesday, 6pm – 8pm
Classes focus on further developing your reading and writing skills. You will also develop confidence in speaking with/to others and preparing presentations.

Exams happen at several points in the year.

To join this course please call the Enrolment Hotline from Monday 11th August on 01484 437100, any time from 09:00-16:00.
These courses are free of charge if you have not already completed the qualification and can help you gain confidence to progress to a higher level in education or work.

Is English not your first language? Please see our ESOL section.
Classes focus on further developing your reading and writing skills. You will also develop confidence in speaking with/to others and preparing presentations.

Exams happen at several points in the year.

To join this course please call the Enrolment Hotline from Monday 11th August on 01484 437100, any time from 09:00-16:00.
The class times are as follows:

Huddersfield
Tuesday: 12.30pm – 2.30pm or 6pm – 8pm
Thursday: 12.30pm – 2.30pm
Friday: 9.30am – 11.30am

Pioneer
Monday: 9.30am – 11.30am

Online
Wednesday, 6pm – 8pm

Core Skills Gained:

To join the course, you will need to complete an assessment that will determine the level you are working at and if you are suitable for GCSE or Functional Skills. This will be available at one of our assessment sessions.
This course is fully funded through West Yorkshire’s Adult Education Budget.

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There is a wide range of qualifications and levels available, but not all of them may be right for you. If you’re not sure what qualification type or level you should be searching for, take a look at our qualifications explained.

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