Helping everyone to live, learn and work successfully.
More and more businesses and future employers highlight the necessity for employees to possess English and maths skills. Many businesses now demand a proven certificated ability in English and maths as a basic essential criterion. English and maths are now seen as the building blocks for every business and career path; they play a vital role in modern life.
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Our specialist English and maths staff create supportive learning environments where you can obtain an industry-recognised English and/or Maths qualification. We offer full English and maths qualifications from Entry Level to A-Level. Whether it is your first qualification, resit or higher-level qualification, there will be one that matches your needs. After an initial assessment, you will be signposted to the correct level of English and maths qualifications.
Why choose to study English & maths?
- Support your children in their schoolwork
- To open new employment opportunities
- For access to further study
- Promotion and increased career prospects
- Progression to higher education and university courses
Teaching all English and maths programmes is delivered by subject specialists, with sessions tailored to developing and applying knowledge and skills that will, in turn, lead to the best chance of success. Sessions are delivered through class, individual and group work. The English and maths programmes use the college’s excellent ICT and VLE facilities to promote independent learning and extension activities outside the college.
Continuous formative assessment throughout the course will lead to summative externally written examination papers in May or June for A-Level and GCSE and throughout the year for Functional Skills.
It is never too late to improve your English and maths skills!
Meet your tutors
Ellie Fielding-Redpath
Before coming to Kendal College as an English Lecturer, I lectured at Lancaster University across the arts and social sciences. I completed my Doctorate of English Literature in 2023, and continue to publish research focusing on fiction, power, inequalities, and resistance. Kendal College is a fantastic environment for students from diverse backgrounds to find support and encouragement in a safe and inclusive learning environment. In English, we explore fiction and non-fiction, engage in debate and group tasks, and help students build confidence in their language skills.
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Yvonne Kelly
I am an experienced educator with a secondary-level teaching background and have transitioned into FE college. I am passionate about encouraging all students to progress, achieve, and recognise the value of mathematics in everyday life. I firmly believe math is for everyone, regardless of background or experience. With a deep love for the subject, I am dedicated to opening up the vast, exciting world of mathematics to all learners, helping them build confidence and succeed in their studies.
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Moira Hobson
With over 30 years of experience teaching Maths to students ages 11 through 90, I still love the subject! Having moved from South Africa in 2022, I have taught Maths in secondary schools and now at Kendal College. Surrounded by like-minded professionals who know and love their subjects, Kendal College is a brilliant environment to teach (and learn) Maths!
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Jennifer Pakenham-Walsh
After studying for my Maths degree at Leeds University, I went on to work in accountancy for a few years before going into secondary school teaching. I worked as a Maths teacher for 13 years before joining college as a Maths lecturer in 2019. Whether you are in my class studying A-level or GCSE, I aim to build your confidence in Maths in a calm and friendly environment. I love that college allows everyone to explore and learn about themselves in a non-judgmental environment.
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All students are able to undertake Functional Skills at a level appropriate to them. Levels available are Entry 2, 3, Level 1, Level 2.
All students are able to undertake Functional Skills at a level appropriate to them. Levels available are Entry 2, 3, Level 1, Level 2.
All students are able to undertake Functional Skills at a level appropriate to them. Levels available are Entry 2, 3, Level 1, Level 2.
The GCSE maths course runs over 32 weeks from September to June. Lessons take place at the Milnthorpe Road Campus one evening per week.
All students are able to undertake Functional Skills at a level appropriate to them. Levels available are Entry 2, 3, Level 1, Level 2.
All students are able to undertake Functional Skills at a level appropriate to them. Levels available are Entry 2, 3, Level 1, Level 2.
All students are able to undertake Functional Skills at a level appropriate to them. Levels available are Entry 2, 3, Level 1, Level 2.
All students are able to undertake Functional Skills at a level appropriate to them. Levels available are Entry 2, 3, Level 1, Level 2.
