Pearson Edexcel International GCSE English as a Second Language - First teaching September 2023

Oct 20, 2026

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This guide presents Pearson Edexcel International GCSE English as a Second Language, aligned to first teaching from September 2023. It explains Pearson’s role as an international qualifications partner, the recognition and progression pathways universities provide, and how International GCSE ESL fits within the iProgress continuum for ages 14–16. It outlines grading and awarding, assessment structures, a focused look at the ESL language, and support for educators, including teaching hub resources.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryExam

FormatPDF

Pages11

Reading Time28 min

AccessFree to download

Contents

Welcome to Pearson

Modern, progressive International GCSE qualifications

Recognised worldwide for academic excellence

Grading and awarding

Pearson Edexcel International GCSE English as a Second Language qualifications

Assessment

English as a Second Language Language: a closer look

Supporting you at every stage

Pre and post exam support for educators

Teaching and learning resources

Teaching Hub

Pearson Edexcel International GCSEs English as a Second Language First teaching September 2023 Choosing Pearson Edexcel as your school’s International GCSE partner Helping your students select their International GCSE options is a key moment in their schooling; it’s an important time in learners’ lives and we want to reassure you that with Pearson as your qualifications partner, you can be sure both you and your students are setting yourselves up for future success. In this guide, you’ll learn more about who we are, the recognition and progression our Pearson Edexcel international qualifications enjoy, and we’ll take a closer look at International GCSE English as a Second Language. We wish you the best of success foryour International GCSE journey! Our international qualifications and resources deliver results See what our schools and learners say. Scan the QR code or search ‘success stories’[at pearson.com/international-schools](at pearson.com/international-schools). Inside this guide Contents 2 Welcome to Pearson 3 Modern, progressive International GCSE qualifications 4 Recognised worldwide for academic excellence 5 Grading and awarding 6 Pearson Edexcel International GCSE English asa Second Language qualifications 8 Assessment 10 English as a Second Language Language: a closer look 12 Supporting you at every stage 13 Pre and post exam support foryour educators 15 Teaching and learning resources 16 Teaching Hub International GCSE English as a Second Language highlights Teaching Hub Teaching Hubs is the ultimate, end-toend programme for teaching and learning excellence at International GCSE ESL, providing teachers with the support and tools to teach the qualification consistently, creatively and with complete confidence. Seepage 16 I chose these qualifications because they are globally recognised by universities all over the world and studying abroad has always been my biggest dream. They’redesigned with a global perspective which I believe will allow me to apply internationally with ease, knowing my qualifications meet the global standards. Rethabile Mokuinihi, New Millennium International School Lesotho, Africa Rethabile studied Pearson Edexcel iLower Secondary followed by Pearson International GCSEs. 1 Welcome to Pearson Asthe world’s leading learning company, our mission at Pearson is to help people realise the life they imagine through learning. We offer international qualifications and assessments designed specifically for international students, that are recognised and accepted by universities all over the world and provided to your international school by a trusted and respected awarding body with a long history of qualifications provision. We work together with international schools around the world to make a positive difference to learners’lives and we believe the best part of working in education is seeing learners progress. Let’s make a difference to your learners’futures, together. ® IAL is a registered trademark of Pearson Education Ltd in the UK and other countries. We are with you, for you When you partner with us, you join thousands of schools around the world who have done the same and are enjoying the benefits for their educators and learners. The international schools we work with value our innovation, our world renowned curriculum content and qualifications and they benefit from the choice and flexibility we offer. They trust us and work closely with their local Pearson consultants who share their vision and work everyday to help them achieve it. This trusted partnership ensures learners receive the very best educational support and educators benefit from the assurance that they are backed by a dedicated team invested in their success. What this means for you You can trust Pearson Edexcel International GCSE qualifications; thousands of students around the world take these same qualifications every year, progressing onto

FAQs

When does International GCSE English as a Second Language start being first taught?

The guide states “First teaching September 2023.”

What does the guide say about why schools partner with Pearson Edexcel?

It emphasizes Pearson’s global recognition, the trust of international schools, and dedicated support for educators and learners to drive future success.

What learning and teaching support does Pearson provide in this guide?

It highlights Teaching Hub as an end-to-end programme, plus teaching and learning resources and pre- and post-exam support for educators.

Oct 20, 2026

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