Department: ESOL - Northern College

ESOL

Moving to a new country can pose many challenges, among them being the language barrier. Learning a new language is undeniably tough, but it’s a crucial step to increase your chances of securing employment and forging new friendships within your new community.  

We offer several ESOL courses for people whose first language is not English, from those who are total beginners to others who may be a bit more advanced with their English. 

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student pass rate for 2023-24

95%

of students rated the College as good or outstanding in supporting them to improve their confidence to learn

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“Being a full-time mum has been amazing - now is the time to focus on what I want to do.” - Julie

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It changed my life. It enabled me to learn while being surrounded by other students and of course the great staff.

Studying an Access to Higher Education Diploma is such a fabulous experience at Northern College. It is the most diverse, friendly and supportive educational place I have been. It's also super beautiful. 

I was made to feel that I did matter and that I was worthy. I was encouraged and supported when I thought I couldn't do it. Despite all the failures I had previously had at other places, I did it at Northern College because I was supported by people who believed in me.

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