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16-19 English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)

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What Our Students Say

“The decision that made me pick between here and other places was when I came to the open day everyone was just really friendly and open, and it just felt like a really welcoming environment to be in.”

Charli

“When I first came I didn’t know anybody at the college but because it’s people you’re surrounded by and people with similar interests to you, you do make friends quickly and you make really close friendships with people because you’re listening to the same things and you’re going through the same things, and you can help each other as well.”

Eve

“When I first came I didn’t know anybody at the college but because it’s people you’re surrounded by and people with similar interests to you, you do make friends quickly and you make really close friendships with people because you’re listening to the same things and you’re going through the same things, and you can help each other as well.”

Eve

Course Information

Introduction

Please apply for September 2025 start.

Is English not your first language? Would you like to improve your written and spoken English? If so, consider our ESOL courses designed to strengthen your skills.

Leeds City College is one of the largest providers of ESOL courses in the UK. The department was recently given a rating of outstanding, and has one of the highest achievement rates in the UK.

Who is this course for?

16-19 young people who do not have English as their first language. Are you new to the country? Have you been in school in England and need to improve your English and Maths? Our Study Programme course is for you.

Benefits and skills

Our courses offer ESOL, Maths, General Studies and Tutorial. You will get nationally recognised qualifications in ESOL and Maths. If you are ready for higher levels, you will study GCSE English and Maths. You will also develop your digital skills.

All students experience career taster days, complete work experience or take part in a social action project.

Our excellent support team ensures each student has a great experience at college. Enjoy a fantastic enrichment programme including residential, national park and cinema trips, museum and theme park visits, sport, environmental projects, clubs, workshops and more.

The ESOL department is assessed as outstanding. 98% of our students continue their studies with us.

Available apprenticeships and progression options

92% of students progress on to Leeds City College Further Education courses. You can also continue to study with us on a part-time course for 19-23 year olds.

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Course details

Duration: 1 year
Fees (16-18): No fee
Study Type: Full time
Course Code: 12363-01

Employment Statistics

  • Teaching and other educational professionals n.e.c.

    Average Salary
    £30,160

  • Speech and language therapists

    Average Salary
    £33,800

  • Authors, writers and translators

    Average Salary
    £35,360

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