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Launchpad

at Leicester College, LEICESTER · college

Ofsted rated their overall effectivenessGood2023see the detail

Level 1Stepping stonesAward1 yearFull time

What the college says

Our Launch Pad course is designed to help support young people gain the qualifications and skills they need to progress onto the next phase of their education. The course is 3 days per week with 2 hours per week of home study. Whilst with us you will work towards achieving your Functional Skills in Maths and English. We cover entry level 3 and up to level 2. Alongside this you will study Employability and Creative Media. We offer tasters around the College so you can see what is available for you to apply for after Launchpad. We have an extensive employability program and offer help with the personal development of each individual.

What you need to get on

You will need to attend an interview and demonstrate why you feel Launchpad is the right course for you.

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

  • Freemen's Park Campus

    Aylestone Road, Leicester, LE2 7LW

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 14 September 2026 · Leicester

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