Employability and life skills (PCTO) for school groups

Languages United provides English courses for school groups, designed to improve employability and develop life skills.

For Italian groups, we offer this as a PCTO course (Percorsi per le Competenze Trasversali e per l’Orientamento=Pathways for Transversal Skills and Orientation).

Improve employability skills

Students gain practical skills such as CV writing and interview techniques, making them more competitive in the job market.

Enhance cultural understanding

Through immersive activities and excursions, students deepen their appreciation of British history and culture.

Boost confidence and communication

Interactive lessons and projects foster teamwork, critical thinking, active listening and persuasive communication skills.

Real-world experience

Direct engagement with local businesses and projects helps students apply their learning in practical contexts.

Comfort and safety

Homestay accommodation offers a safe and authentic living experience, ensuring students feel supported throughout their stay.

Memorable and engaging

The varied activities and excursions make the course not just educational but also enjoyable, ensuring students stay motivated and involved.

Employability and life skills courses at Languages United include:

Focused English lessons

• Life skills, CV writing, and interview preparation
• Project-based learning: Real-world application through Dragon's Den-style projects and local business interviews
• Level testing (in advance of arrival if preferred)
• End of course certificate and report

Full-board homestay accommodation

• Students experience local culture by living with host families
• Bus passes included where needed
• Lunch voucher provided to allow wide choice of lunches from local supermarket, with canteen provided for eating lunch

Activity programme

• Afternoon activities: visits to cultural and historical sites like the Roman Baths, Stonehenge and Wells Cathedral
• Evening activities: engaging activities such as a Quiz Night and Karaoke
• Full-day excursions such as Oxford, Bristol and Cardiff, for broader cultural exposure

Airport coach transfers available