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High School of International Transition Year

Earlscliffe

  • Folkestone, United Kingdom
  • 0.83 years
  • English
  • On campus
  • High School

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Earlscliffe campus

About the program

A one-year GCSE-level course for international students that builds English and academic skills before A-levels.

Program highlights

  • Internship available: yes
  • Placement support: yes
  • Work during study: yes
  • Post-study work rights (0 year): no
  • PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

  • Build subject knowledge in core school curriculum areas
  • Strengthen literacy and numeracy
  • And develop study and communication skills for further education.

Career outcomes

  • Progression to Earlscliffe A-level or Pre-A-level programme
  • International Baccalaureate
  • Further study overseas

Curriculum

  • Students study English Language
  • Mathematics (higher or foundation tier)
  • One science (Biology
  • Chemistry or Physics)
  • One humanities subject (Art
  • Business Studies or Geography) and a native language
  • With optional Computer Science. Weekly testing and A-level taster lessons in term two guide next-year subject choices.

Entry requirements

Academic

  • Aged 15+
  • With a foundation level of English
  • Language level assessed through discussion with admissions
  • Entrance test and interview apply.

Accepted academic background

International students aged 15+ wanting UK GCSEs, English improvement and progression to A-levels, A foundation level of English is expected, No entry grades published.

Other requirements

  • Interview required

Documents you’ll need

  • Last Two Years School Reports
  • Qualification Certificates
  • Completed Application Form
  • Subject Options Form
  • English Language Evidence.

How to apply

  1. Check the course requirements and apply any time of year. Apply through the online form on earlscliffe. Co. Uk or via an agent
  2. The 430 GBP registration fee is due on application. Submit the application form
  3. Passport
  4. Birth certificate
  5. School reports in English
  6. Any English certificates and subject choices. Take the entrance test and a student interview
  7. Online or in person. Receive an offer letter and two invoices
  8. Pay the registration fee and deposit to secure the place
  9. Then first-term fees. Complete guardian
  10. Medical and consent forms
  11. Then obtain the visa or ETA that suits your age
  12. Course and stay. Arrive between 08:00 and 16:00 with a responsible adult and hand in your passport.

Other costs

Tuition per year£47,850 GBP
Application fee£430 GBP
Deposit£10,539 GBP

Program details

CampusFolkestone
Faculty or schoolFaculty or school requires confirmation
DepartmentDepartment of International Transition Year
Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value50
Study paceFixed
Post-study stay0 year
Scholarship noteEligible students may consult the institution for current scholarships and award criteria, Availability varies by program.

Intakes and deadlines

  • Program starts

    January 2027

    Applications closed

    15 Oct 2026

    Closed

  • Program starts

    April 2027

    Apply by

    15 Jan 2027

    62 days left

  • Program starts

    September 2027

    Apply by

    15 Jun 2027

    213 days left

Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 0.83 years.