Gain essential skills and qualifications in English and Maths for work and everyday life with our range of courses.
Our ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) courses aim to improve reading, writing, speaking and listening skills relating to the English language.
Over 100 students from across East Kent Colleges Group recently came together in Canterbury for the Group’s first cross-college English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) cricket tournament.
The event gave learners the chance to compete against each other in a friendly but energetic tournament.
Studying Maths and English builds essential life skills, from managing finances and problem-solving to communicating with confidence. These skills support your personal growth and give you an advantage both in everyday life and your future career.
“ESOL didn’t just help me learn English, it rebuilt my confidence and gave me a supportive community where I felt respected, valued, and never afraid to make mistakes.
“EKC Ashford College helped me feel like I belonged, and that encouragement changed my life.”
Having a qualification in Maths and English will open doors to numerous personal and professional benefits, find out why you should study them at College.
Over 100 students from East Kent Colleges Group came together for a English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) cricket tournament.
Nelofar started her educational journey without any confidence speaking English, she is now studying GCSE English. Learn more about her journey at EKC Ashford College.
We offer a variety of part-time courses, specifically designed for adult learners.
Whether you’re looking to begin a new career, upskill or gain more confidence, we’ve got a course for you.
Explore our courses online and see the wide range of academic opportunities that are available to you.
You can make up to five applications across East Kent Colleges Group’s family of Colleges.
Click ‘Apply’ on your chosen course, and follow the steps on the application portal.
Early applications are strongly recommended, as they give you the best chance of securing a place on your chosen course.
After you have applied, a decision will be made on your application.
If you receive an offer, this must be accepted to secure your place on your chosen course.
“This is my sixth attempt at passing my Maths GCSE, and today I finally achieved just that. This means I’m now ready to study full-time at Canterbury Christ Church University for a degree in Child Nursing.
“If you do not get the results you want, do not let a piece of paper define you. Seek support, ask for help and keep trying until you get what you want. If I had not stayed strong, or picked myself up again, I would never have achieved this.”
“I’ve always wanted to be a software developer, and now that I have my English and Maths GCSE’s I can apply for the T Level.
“My advice to new students is to study hard and you will succeed.
“I’m definitely a more focused person since I started at College and this is because my teachers have given me all the support to be the best version of myself.”
“The best part about college has been the social side – I’ve made great mates. College is very different from school, in a good way. There’s more freedom, teachers are more relaxed, and I feel more supported.
“My advice to new students, especially anyone worried about maths, is to go in with an open mind and always try your hardest. You’ll get there.”
