n this programme students study English language alongside some GCSE modules, again, maths and general science are compulsory. Depending on a student’s level of English, additional subjects can be selected and these include business studies, geography and art.The course is ideal for students aged sixteen and below who want to combine their language learning with academic studies.The course starts in September and, for the first six weeks, all GEFL students follow the same syllabus before being divided into ability groups.
At half-term, following a number of English language and academic subject assessments, the students are streamed based on their language ability.
Throughout the year, students may be moved from the lower to the higher level. This, of course, depends on the individual’s progress.Those with stronger English skills will take some Foundation GCSE exams, whilst those with weaker English will require a timetable providing more language development.Those in the lower group will prepare for the Cambridge Key English Test (KET), whilst the higher level group will take the Preliminary English Test (PET). Students who work hard and pass the PET exam will have the chance to progress to either the GCSE one-year course or GCSE with EFL.