Pre-GCSE
Language and subject preparation for GCSE or Pre-Programme
Home » Curriculum »
Pre-GCSE Facts
Ages:
13-15
Language Requirements:
IELTS 3.5 (or equivalent)
Entry Requirements:
At least 8 years of schooling, plus a school report that identifies English needs that can be met by this course and describes a student who is willing to learn and develop
Average class size:
8
Hours per week:
26-27
Course duration:
3 Terms (September start)
2 Terms (January start)
Fees for International:
£35,115
Fees for EU:
£28,880
Fees for UK:
£19,820
Pre-GCSE Overview
Over a year of study, students study a range of subjects encouraging them to explore their academic potential and discover where their interests lie.
Intensive English tuition is given alongside specialist subject tuition to develop the level the student needs to move to the next programme of study. This programme prepares students to take the take the Key English Test (now A2 Key) or Preliminary English Test (now B1 Preliminary) Cambridge English exam and develops essential study skills including listening, note-taking, and essay and report writing.
Sit the Key English Test (KET) or Preliminary English Test (PET) Cambridge English
Exam at the end of the course
Allows the student to progress to a higher level such as GCSE
Develops essential study skills: listening, note-taking, essay and report writing
Improved confidence
