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English GCSE

at Varndean College, Brighton · college

Level 1Stepping stonesFunctional Skills12 monthsFull timeFree

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

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 7 September 2026 · Brighton

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