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Megan’s goal is to become a Teaching Assistant at a primary school, so she’s using the course to gain confidence and independence to help ready her for work experience. She enjoys working as part of a team and loved the look of the college after seeing the Foundation Learning rooms. What led you to choosing this course? I chose this course because I want to gain more skills and independence. I am also hoping to use this course to get some work experience in the future. Why did you decide to study at ESC? We had a tour of the […]

Thomas originally joined East Surrey College on the Motor Vehicle Entry Level Diploma. Thomas had heard many great things about the College and came to look around for the first time at the facilities. Shortly after joining, he decided to take a study break and enrolled onto the LEAP (Learning, Employability and Progression) Level 1 programme. Thomas is really enjoying his College course and has found it has helped him get back into a good study routine and built up his confidence. Thomas initially found it difficult speaking to large groups, but he now feels like he has come out of his shell and can contribute to […]

Sophie applied to East Surrey College as she found the learning style more suited to her and enrolled on Health & Social Care Level 2, but after hearing about LEAP (Learning, Employability and Progression), Sophie decided this would be more suitable to help boost her motivation and confidence. Since enrolling on LEAP Level 1, Sophie now feels she has a new, positive outlook on education and finds it much easier to concentrate on her studies, making her feel more motivated to complete work on time. Sophie shared how incredibly helpful her tutors have been during her time on the course, taking […]

Eddie has a passion for gardening and working outdoors. He’s gaining confidence and skills everyday to help make this dream happen, and enjoys the activites Skills For Independence has given him, such as cooking and interacting with others. What led you to choosing this course?    I chose this course so I could become more independent and gain more confidence and meet new people. The course has helped me a lot and I’ve made a lot of new friends.     Why did you decide to study at ESC?   I had a tour of the building with my school, and I […]

Khyl joined East Surrey College to take on a new adventure in a new area, having completed his secondary education in Croydon. Khyl originally joined the College on a Construction course but found this wasn’t the right pathway for him. He decided to enrol onto the LEAP (Learning, Employability and Progression) Level 1 course. In the past Khyl found it hard to stay motivated and focused in class. Since joining his course, Khyl is now excited to wake up each day to attend College and take part in the fun activities his tutors set out for him and the class. Khyl feels […]