English and Maths

Most employers, colleges and universities are now asking for a minimum of a GCSE grade 4 and above in English and Maths, which is why at Sparsholt, we ensure you work towards achieving this as part of your course. This will be through GCSE classes or Functional Skills in Maths and/or English.

ARE YOU 16–18?

If you have a GCSE grade 3 in English/Maths or a Level 1 in Functional Skills, you will study the GCSE course alongside your main programme of study to raise your grade to a 4 or above.

ARE YOU 19–25 YEARS OLD WITH AN EHCP?

If you do not have a GCSE grade 4 in English and Maths, you will be required to continue working towards improving English and Maths and, if appropriate, gaining qualifications.

COURSES

Mathematics GCSE English Language GCSE Functional Skills in English and Maths

MATHEMATICS GCSE

WHAT WILL I LEARN?

The course aims to give you greater knowledge in essential mathematical skills that can be used in day-to-day activities. We offer two levels: foundation or higher, depending on your current grade and aspirations. It is essential that you are committed to studying Maths at GCSE. We expect you to attend every session and work hard to develop your mathematical skills and aptitude for the subject.

Interpret and communicate mathematical information in a variety of forms appropriate to the information and context

Acquire and use problem solving strategies Select and apply mathematical techniques and methods in mathematical, every day and real world situations

Reason mathematically, make deductions and inferences and draw conclusions

Develop knowledge, skills and understanding of mathematical methods and concepts

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

GCSE Maths at grade 3 or a Level 1 in Functional Maths.

WHAT CAN I STUDY NEXT?

GCSE Maths at grade 4 is required by many employers and for entry to higher education. Employers in all sectors like you to have maths qualifications as it demonstrates ability in a core subject.

The skills learned in this subject are useful for progression on to further areas of study.

ENGLISH LANGUAGE GCSE

WHAT WILL I LEARN?

This course is for you if you are 16–18 years old and on a course at Sparsholt and do not hold GCSE English Language at grade 4 or above.

You will be taught by an experienced team of specialist English teachers.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

GCSE English Language at grade 3 or a Level 1 in Functional English.

WHAT CAN I STUDY NEXT?

GCSE English at grade 4 is required by many employers and for entry to higher education.

Employers in all sectors like you to have English qualifications as it demonstrates ability in a core subject.

The skills learned in this subject are useful for progression on to further areas of study.

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS IN ENGLISH AND MATHS

WHAT WILL I LEARN?

If you are an Entry Level or Level 1 student and do not have a GCSE grade 4 or above you will take either Functional Skills or GCSE Maths and/ or English as part of your programme of study.

TOPICS COVERED

Functional English You will gain skills and a qualification, recognised by employers, in reading, writing, speaking and listening, essential for working life.

Functional Maths You will focus on analysis, working on scenario based problems using Maths. You will gain skills and a qualification, recognised by employers, needed for everyday life and employment.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

The level you study will be determined by your previous achievement and an assessment during your induction.

WHAT CAN I STUDY NEXT?

Level 1 or Level 2 English and/or Maths qualifications are required for entry on to higher level college courses. These qualifications are recognised and valued by employers in all sectors.