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  1. ESOL and EFL

    We offer a range of courses for people whose native language is not English, to help develop language skills and improve job prospects. Whatever your starting level or knowledge, we have a course to help improve your listening, reading, speaking and...

  2. Twenty-one excellent reasons to celebrate

    Ogbonna (19) from Plumstead – Most Inspirational Student "It's been a fantastic year for me. I started at the college as an ESOL student, then went onto a catering course. I have recently been offered a full time role at the Lancaster Hotel - which is...

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  3. A love for the 'beautiful game' drives Souleymane towards his golden goal

    East Colleges to find the perfect starter-course. Within just a few weeks, he was settling down to his first lesson on the ESOL Entry Level Certificate. Reflecting on his journey so far, Souleymane said: “From day one I started to learn the basics; how...

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  4. Students at our Greenwich Campus meet with local MP

    and career-focused training - as well as future plans for the provision. As part of the visit, Abena met with a group of ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) students, who had the chance to ask questions and hear directly from their local...

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  5. Red carpet celebration for college award winners

    festivities even more special. 17 awards were presented to students in a variety of categories – including FE, HE, SEND and ESOL students of the year, as well as prizes for work experience and student ambassador of the year. There were special Principal...

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  6. Sporting legend, Kriss Akabusi MBE helps college students celebrate their achievements

    Altogether, there were 20 awards made in ten categories including Adult, HE, FE, Apprentice, Special Educational Needs, ESOL, Work Experience Prince's Trust and Employer of the Year. There was also a prize for Outstanding Contribution to the Community....

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  7. Recognising our students' achievements - a virtual celebration

    were 18 awards made in eight categories including Adult, HE, FE, Apprentice, Special Educational Needs and Disabilities, ESOL and Work Experience Students of the Year. There was also a prize for Outstanding Contribution to the Community. If you would...

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  8. Students' 'Super-Marriott' takeover runs like a dream

    polite and helpful. I've learnt lots this week and sad that it's got to end." Noureldin Ahmed, 19, is studying Entry Level 3 ESOL. He is over the moon to be given the chance to take his first step into the hotel business. He is working as a Porter but...

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  9. CELTA - Cambridge Certificate

    widely recognised by employers for teaching English as a Foreign Language (EFL) or English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) both in the UK and abroad. What you will study The principles of effective teaching Practical skills for teaching English...

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  10. CELTA - Cambridge Certificate

    widely recognised by employers for teaching English as a Foreign Language (EFL) or English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) both in the UK and abroad. What you will study The principles of effective teaching Practical skills for teaching English...

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