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Free GCSE English Language Course in Ealing – Ealing Green College

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyAQA awarding body
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About this course

Free GCSE English Language Course in Ealing. Classes run at Ealing Green College, part-time during the day, over one year.

The course covers reading and text analysis, creative writing, transactional writing, and speaking and listening. You'll learn how to interpret a wide range of texts, write for different purposes and audiences, and explore how writers use language and structure. Assessment includes coursework, speaking and listening activities, and a final exam.

You'll finish with a GCSE in English Language.

Who this course is for

Adults (19+)

Entry requirements

It is recommended that you have:

GCSE English at grade 3orFunctional Skills at Level 2

​If you do not have any qualifications, you will be asked to take an online assessment.

What you will learn

  • You'll read and interpret a wide range of texts, including fiction and non-fiction.
  • You'll analyse how writers use language, structure, and technique to create meaning.
  • You'll write creatively, producing stories, descriptions, and narratives in your own voice.
  • You'll write for purpose and audience, including letters, articles, speeches, and reviews.
  • You'll develop speaking and listening skills through structured activities.
  • You'll practise exam technique to prepare for the written papers.

How you will learn

Classes are classroom based and run part-time during the day at Ealing Green College. You'll learn through a structured programme of coursework, speaking and listening activities, and a final written examination. The course is assessed through a combination of coursework components and external exams set by AQA.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Ealing Green College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Administrative assistant, strong written English is essential for this role.
  • Customer service advisor, clear written and spoken communication is key.
  • Teaching assistant, schools expect good literacy from support staff.
  • Healthcare support worker, patient records and reports require confident writing.
  • Retail supervisor, written communication supports team coordination and reporting.
  • Library assistant, reading and language skills are central to this role.

What you could study next

  • A Level English Language or English Literature, the natural next step for those wanting to study English at a higher level.
  • Level 3 courses in a wide range of subjects, many require a GCSE pass at grade 4 or above as an entry requirement.
  • Access to Higher Education Diploma, for adults aiming toward university study.
  • Apprenticeships, many programmes require GCSE English at grade 4 or equivalent.
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