English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)

For the main ESOL courses you will need to have a very basic understanding of grammar and be able to construct a basic sentence.  This will be the minimum requirement for Entry level 1.  However, we will try to provide complete beginners classes (no qualification) if enough students.

All students must provide evidence of valid immigration status.

There will be two main assessments: one initial assessment to place you on the correct course, and one final set of exams in order to achieve your qualification with Edexcel (skills for life).   There will also be on-going assessment during the course.

There are five levels for ESOL (Entry 1, Entry 2, Entry 3, Level 1 and Level 2).  Students will be able to progress to the next level.  There are two terms in the year (Sept – Jan, Feb – June) so progression of two levels in one year is possible.  After Level 2 students can then go on to study GCSE or A levels or choose from a range of other courses at Weymouth College.

There are 3 bands of fees.

• Full cost – £642 (107 hours day course) or £442 (72 hours evening course);
• Part-funded – £334 (107 hours day course) or £226 (72 hours evening  course)
• Fully funded – (free).

For fully funded/free courses students must be on benefits (such as Universal Credit) or be on minimum income (currently £334 a week gross).  If you are on Homes for Ukraine Scheme or you have Refugee Status you are also fully funded.