At Nova Training, we provide learners with the opportunity to resit their GCSE English Language (9–1) qualification while studying with us on a full-time programme.
Our GCSE English Language resit course is designed for learners who have previously taken GCSE English Language but have not yet achieved a Grade 4 or above. If you achieved a Grade 3 (or D) at school, your GCSE English resit gives you another opportunity to work towards achieving the qualification you need for your future.
The course runs throughout the academic year, with opportunities to resit GCSE English Language during the appropriate Autumn or Summer examination window.
Lessons take place weekly via Google Classroom, with additional in-person support available from your tutor. Learners receive structured teaching, guidance and regular feedback to help build confidence and develop the English skills required for their GCSE English resit exams.
Throughout the course, you will develop your reading, writing, communication and analytical skills in preparation for your GCSE English Language assessments. The programme covers the relevant assessment criteria and includes planned mock examinations, helping you prepare for your final GCSE English resit.
Whether you are looking to improve your GCSE English grade for further education, an apprenticeship or future employment, Nova Training will support you throughout your GCSE English Language resit journey.
Looking for a GCSE English resit near you? Nova Training has 13 centres across the Midlands and East of England. Select your nearest centre in the enquiry form below and our team can discuss the GCSE English resit options available to you.
To enrol on the GCSE English Language resit course, you must be aged 16 to 19 and enrolled with Nova Training on a full-time timetable.
As this is a GCSE resit course, learners will normally need to have previously achieved a Grade 3 (or D) in GCSE English Language and have a Grade 3 or below in GCSE English Literature to be eligible for enrolment.
Our team can discuss your previous GCSE results with you and provide guidance on the most appropriate next steps.
The GCSE English Language qualification consists of two paper-based examinations and a Spoken Language assessment.
GCSE English Language examination opportunities take place during the relevant exam windows throughout the academic year. Your tutor will help you prepare for your English resit, including practice activities and mock assessments ahead of your final examinations.
Achieving a Grade 4 or above in GCSE English Language can provide access to a wider range of future education, training and employment opportunities.
A GCSE English resit can help you:
If you did not achieve the GCSE English grade you wanted at school, a resit with Nova Training gives you another opportunity to gain this important qualification while continuing with your wider education and training.
Achieving a Grade 9–4 in GCSE English Language is an entry requirement for many further and higher education courses, apprenticeships and employment opportunities.
Successfully completing your GCSE English resit can therefore help open the door to your next step, whether you want to continue your education, start an apprenticeship or progress into employment.
Studying towards your GCSE English Language resit also develops valuable transferable skills, including communication, independent study, time management, problem-solving and the ability to work towards long-term goals.
