Why is it so Important?

GCSE grades 4/5 in English and Maths are gateway qualifications that will allow you to study level 3 qualifications (e.g. A Levels/Advanced Apprenticeships). If you have passed level 1 you can apply for an intermediate level apprenticeship or a college foundation course, where you will be supported to achieve level 2 English and Maths alongside your vocational choices.

English Skills

• Speaking & Listening – For Excellent Customer Service
• Speaking to Communicate – Essential for all jobs
• Reading & Understanding – For safety instructions or gathering new knowledge
• Writing to Communicate – Correct grammar and spelling make a good impressio

Maths Skills

• Solve problems using your skills & initiative
• Estimating – Costs of materials
• Time management – Getting to work on time, and getting things done for the deadline
• Handling & Interpreting Data
• Measuring – Essential for construction, science, technology, design.