Pre GCSE Levels: Entry 1,2,3 |
Ø Choose one of the themes on the list for Adult Literacy and Adult Numeracy
Ø No coursework, only completion exam
Entry Requirements for all levels:
Initial assessment to ensure candidate has the potential and opportunity to gain evidence for the qualification.
Start Date: Ongoing throughout the year
Duration: Varies depending on Programme
Awarding Body: City & Guilds
Ø Apprenticeship – Varies depending on ability (for people who are employed at least 21 weeks)
Ø Steps to Work up to 26 weeks (for unemployed adults)
Ø Training for Success – 52 weeks varies depending on ability (for 16 – 18 year olds)
Ø Private up to 52 weeks (contact centre for costs)
Level 1 & 2 English & Maths – Equivalent To GCSE Levels A-D |
Essential Skills in ICT is available at
Levels 1 and 2 (equivalent to GCSE)
There is a portfolio only. NO exam!
Classes are small with strong tutor support.
Classes take place in our fully-equipped IT suite with the interactive whiteboard to help students follow the lessons
The awarding body is City and Guilds
Essential Skills in ICT is available free for people eligible for Steps to Work (unemployed adults) and Training for Success (16 – 18 year olds).
For anyone else, contact the centre on 02844616438 for costs.
‘It’s Not All about Reading, Writing and Numbers…. We focus on INFORMATION LITERACY’.
We develop skills that we can transfer to our daily lives and work place – problem solving; research processes; communication skills; locating/prioritizing information and information technology skills.
Ø One to one teaching.
Ø Practical learning.
Ø A relaxed environment to work in.
Ø Common room (student organized)
Tuck shop (student organized)
Ø Counselling.
Ø Extra tuition.
Ø Specialist tutors for learners with specific needs.
Student quotes
“Classes are small and everyone gets on with each other”
(Mary Prichard – child care student)
“The teachers are easy to talk to and understand my specific needs; I can learn and be taught at my own pace”
(Curtis Morrison – Business)
“I transferred from a large college to Hugh J O’Boyle’s smaller learning environment; I feel more confident now and prefer the small learning groups I am in”
(Callum McLoughlin – Retail student)
“We get work experience in highly reputable companies and get paid for studying”
(Matthew Dines – Business/ ICT)
Teacher Quotes “Vocational, English, ICT AND Math Teachers apply an integrated, holistic approach to their lessons. We work closely to ensure learning from one lesson is reinforced in another lesson and that learning is fun and beneficial to the individual and group” Tracey, Elaine and Sharon (ICT, Maths and English Teachers)
Ø £40 Weekly Wage
Ø Travel Allowance
Ø £20 for Each Friend You Refer
Ø Gain a recognised Qualification
Ø Good Quality Work Placement
Ø Up to 4 Days at work, 1 day at College
Ø Progression to Apprenticeship
Ø Chance of a Full Time Job
Ø Additional Technical Certificates and Essential Skills Qualifications
Ø Training in Employability & Personal Development
Hugh J O’Boyle is committed to and works to the Guidance Council’s Code of Prinicples
Equal Opportunity Employer