Pre-A level Foundation Course

Students who are hoping to study A levels in the UK will find this preparation course extremely useful. It is important to get off to a good start because A level studies begin usually in September each year, and the first exams are often just a few months later, in January.

This course will not only improve your English but give you a great ‘head start’.

This course starts in May. However, students are welcome to come at any time before this to study English, then simply join the pre-A level foundation course in May.

Summary of the course

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What does the A-Level part of the course include?

1. Description of structure of A level examinations in the UK
2. The modular nature of the exams
3. Timing of examinations and re-sits
4. A look at typical A level examination papers
5. A level subjects: description and explanation of 30 different subjects
6. A level subject-specific terminology in Business Studies, Economics, Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Accounting, Physics, Chemistry, Computing, I.T., Art & Design
7. Which A levels to choose for degree courses at UK universities
8. UK universities: ranking, advantages/disadvantages
9. A level observation lessons in a Sixth Form College (only available before July)
10. Real sample lessons in different A level subjects to prepare students for the concepts and skills such as note-taking and textbook research

Where can I take the course?

This course may be taken either at:

• Fulneck boarding school: for students intending to go to a UK boarding school and who want experience of life in a UK boarding school. If you would like more information on studying at a boarding school please click here.
• Leeds English Language School: for students who prefer homestay accommodation and would like to study A levels at a sixth form college or at boarding school

What do students think about the course?

Chinese students from LELS doing A levels at Ashville. Picture taken with Mr.Lauder, Headmaster

Leeds English Language school is a good school for foreign students who are coming to improve their English. The environment, teachers and students are very friendly, just like a big family. At weekends, the school would organize trips to other cities and things like football matches. It is really great fun at Leeds English Language School.

Yvette, Pre-A Level Foundation Course student

They have a nearly perfect system for teaching and encouraging me to learn English. Especially the school trips that gave me a good chance to learn and exchange with other teachers and students from all over the world. I really enjoyed every trip and made lots of friends. All the teachers in LELS are accommodating, and they helped me not only with English problems, but also with my life. They let me never feel alone and helped me a lot. Thanks again for Leeds English Langue School, you changed my life.

Pre-A Level Foundation Course student

Leeds English language school is a very helpful school for learning English. It is easy to find your level in the school and you can work with a group which has a similar level with you. Teachers are very warm-hearted and helped me solve my English problems. Ashville college helped me find my target in my future. It is a fantastic school which has senior teachers and friendly classmates , and lots of activities that enrich my school life and give me lots of happiness.

Bob Qi, Pre-A Level Foundation Course student

What are the arrangements for Visas?

• The CAS will be issued by the A level provider eg. partner boarding school or partner sixth form college
• LELS will make all the necessary arrangements
• The visa will cover the A level Foundation course AND the two year A level course
• There is no need to sit the IELTS exam again for entry to the A level course.  Entry is guaranteed upon completion of the A level foundation course and the offer letter is unconditional.

Where can I get more information?

Speak to us today for more information. You can email us: info@leedsenglish.com or call us on +44 (0) 113 275 19 64 . You can even come and see us if you are in the area, just drop into 115 Victoria Road for an informal chat about the course to find out if it will suit you.