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Bridging Resources

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ESOL at Bolton College The world is a bit confusing at the moment, so I wanted to take this opportunity to assure you that we will come through this experience stronger, and that you have much to look forward to.

We’re very excited about working with you to help you achieve your future ambitions, whether that’s helping you to get the qualifications you need for university, or teaching you essential skills for your dream career.

When you join us in September, you can expect: • • • • • • • •

Enthusiastic, caring, specialist subject tutors Exciting enrichment activities – visits to Chill Factore, Alton Towers and more!

University masterclasses and expert guest speakers A Pre-Professionals Programme, with your very own Learning Development Mentor and Careers Coach A Gifted & Talented Programme, with rewards including trips to the Anderton Outdoor Activity Centre Regional and national competitions Quality work experience and industry placement opportunities All the benefits that come with being part of the University of Bolton Group

Need something to do? Get ahead and start preparing for your course by checking out some of the recommended websites, subject materials and activities in this booklet.

If you have any questions about your subject, please email us or contact us via our social media channels.

Wishing you all the very best, David Perry - Head of ESOL Email: david.perry@boltoncc.ac.uk

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Your Place is Safe We’d like to say that we’re here to help and please rest assured that your place at Bolton College is safe.

We understand that it’s an anxious time for you right now, with lots of uncertainty, but please don’t worry about your application - we’ve got it covered! However, if you do have any questions, any at all, please drop our expert admissions team an email on admissions@boltoncc.ac.uk and they’ll be happy to help.

Our advice to all Year 11 students is to: As a priority, complete any work that your school teachers are setting you – this will ensure you have completed your GCSE courses and are well-prepared for your college course in September.

After completing your school work, help get prepared for studying with us by trying some of the resources and activities on the following pages.

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ESOL Resources & Activities

ESOL Courses Free interactive and informative practice for all levels. https://www.esolcourses.com/

ESL Library A mix of materials for all levels – paid subscription. https://esllibrary.com/

ESL Desk Interactive spelling activities. www.esldesk.com/spelling

Real English Activities to improve your listening and speaking. www.real-english.com

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British Council – Learn English Access ESOL Nexus, Learn English and Teens Learning English via tabs off the main link. http://learnenglish.britishcouncil.org/grammar

BBC Learning English Interactive and informative practice for all levels. https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/

English Club All skills with audio lessons too. https://www.englishclub.com/

Headway A range of resources for all levels. https://elt.oup.com/student/headway/?cc=gb&selLanguage=en

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General Bridging Resources for All Areas Century Free interactive learning and assessment materials across multiple subjects. www.century.tech

BBC Bitesize Three new lessons added EVERY weekday, with videos, activities and more. www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize

Barclays Life Skills Problem solving and employability skills resources. www.barclayslifeskills.com/young-people

Form Time Ideas We love this! Randomly generate a page of quiz questions, covering everything from brainteasers to general knowledge. www.formtimeideas.com

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Twinkl Subscription-based resources for learners with special educational needs. www.twinkl.co.uk

Teaching Resources Home-schooling from TES, covering all subjects. www.tes.com/teaching-resources/teacheressentials/home-learning

Gojimo Revision app that covers all major subjects. www.gojimo.com

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English & Maths An excellent starting point for college study is to further improve your English and maths skills.

These websites and resources are an excellent place to start.

English Audible Whilst schools are closed, you can listen to FREE audiobooks for teens. https://stories.audible.com/start-listen

Downloadable Resources Access FREE resources, covering a range of texts.

English & Media Centre www.englishandmedia.co.uk/publications

Seneca www.senecalearning.com

Teachit English www.teachitenglish.co.uk/resources

Cambridge Dictionary Links for punctuation, spelling and grammar, as well as interactive quizzes. www.dictionary.cambridge.org/grammar/british-grammar/punctuation

Cambridge English FREE interactive activities and resources. www.cambridgeenglish.org/learning-english/free-resources

Fun, English, Games Interactive games at a variety of levels, with links to other subject areas, including maths. www.funenglishgames.com/worksheets.html

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maths Corbettmaths Videos and downloadable questions, categorised by topic. www.corbettmaths.com/5-a-day/further-maths

Hegarty Maths Interactive activities including videos and questions. Requires school registration. www.hegartymaths.com

Integral Teaching and learning materials for Level 3 core maths and further maths. Requires school registration.

Core maths: www.amsp.org.uk/teachers/core-maths/resources Higher level maths: www.amsp.org.uk/news/free-resources-190320

Onmaths Brush up on those online skills with this revision tool. www.onmaths.com

Mr Barton Maths With these videos and quizzes, revision just got fun. www.mrbartonmaths.com/index.html

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M C N E NR I H E T

There’s more to life at Bolton College than being in the classroom - with our enrichment programme, you’ll benefit from trips and activities, clubs, and access to College and regional competitions!

View our enrichment brochure here: https://bit.ly/bc-enrichment

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