Dates for your Diary

Early Bird Discount Periods

A discount on all fee-paying courses will be available to all learners enrolling on courses between the dates listed below. This discount is available on both the Full and Reduced Fees and will automatically be applied to the price when enrolling online.

Autumn Early Bird 30% off all courses (8.30am the 1st of July 2024 till 7pm 30th of September 2024)

New Year Early Bird 20% off all courses (8.30am the 2nd of December 2024 till 7pm 31st of January 2025)

Half Term/Easter Breaks 2024/2025

Below are the general half term dates for the academic year 2024/2025. For some courses the dates below may vary so always follow the guidance given to you by your tutor at the beginning of your course.

Autumn Term
Monday the 21st of October – Friday the 25th of October 2024

Spring Term
Monday the 17th of February – Friday the 21st of  February 2025

Easter Break
Friday 11th of April – Monday the 28th April 2025

Summer Term
Monday the 26th May – Friday the 30th of  May 2025

Examination Windows

The dates listed in the tabs below give you a rough idea of when exams are sat for different qualifications. They are a rough guide only, and your tutor will advise you of the exact date and time for your exam during your course.

GCSE Exams

GCSE exams are set by a national timetable, meaning that all GCSE learners across the county take the same papers on the same days.

Functional Skills and ESOL Exams

Functional Skills and ESOL exams are not dictated by a nation-wide timetable like GCSEs, and exams are taken during your usual classroom session within a 1-week window set by the service.