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Free GCSE English Language Course in Merton

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyAQA awarding body
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About this course

Free GCSE English Language Course in Merton. Classes run at Raynes Park High School, full-time during the day.

You'll study reading, writing, and spoken language. The course covers a range of texts and develops your ability to write clearly and accurately. Assessment is through AQA exams and a spoken language endorsement.

You'll finish with a GCSE in English Language.

Who this course is for

Retake GCSE English is a compulsory subject for any students who did not achieve a Grade 4 or above for English Language at the end of Year 11. Students will continue to study Retake English until they achieve a Grade 4. If students did also not achieve a Grade 4 in Mathematics they will also need to retake this alongside a full programme of Level 2 subjects and will not be able to study any subjects at Level 3. If students have passed Mathematics, it might be possible for them to study some Level 3 courses alongside their Retake English. All students will be looked at individually to make the decision that is best for them in the long term.

What you will learn

  • You'll read and analyse a range of fiction and non-fiction texts.
  • You'll write for different purposes and audiences, including stories, descriptions, and arguments.
  • You'll develop your vocabulary, spelling, punctuation, and grammar.
  • You'll evaluate writers' language choices and their effects on readers.
  • You'll compare texts and explain similarities and differences.
  • You'll develop spoken language skills through a formal presentation or discussion.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom lessons, reading activities, and written tasks. Assessment is by two written AQA exams at the end of the course. There is no coursework, but you'll complete a spoken language endorsement, which is assessed by your teacher and recorded as a separate grade on your certificate.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Raynes Park High School will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Customer service advisor, communicates clearly with customers in writing and in person.
  • Administrative assistant, handles correspondence, reports, and written records.
  • Healthcare support worker, needs strong written and spoken communication skills.
  • Retail supervisor, writes rotas, emails, and team communications.
  • Teaching assistant, supports classroom reading and writing activities.

What you could study next

  • A Level English Language or English Literature, for those wanting to study English at a higher level.
  • Level 3 Extended Diploma or BTEC, where GCSE English is often an entry requirement.
  • Functional Skills English Level 2, an alternative route if you need a recognised English qualification for work or further study.
  • Apprenticeship programmes, many of which require a GCSE in English at Grade 4 or above.
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