English GCSE
at Varndean College, Brighton · college
What the college says
This new syllabus is a fast-track, one-year GCSE English Language course involving wider reading and building on written and spoken skills. If you arrive with a Grade 4 in GCSE English Literature, you do not have to re-sit English Language GCSE, but it may be useful especially if you are considering going to university or for future employment.
What you need to get on
Standard Foundation Level entry requirements
How you are assessed
Entry level and Level 1 study, English and maths retakes, and supported programmes.
What this level means
A first step that builds towards Level 2.
Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?
Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.
Where it runs
VARNDEAN COLLEGE
Surrenden Road, Brighton, BN1 6WQ
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Start dates
- 7 September 2026 · Brighton
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