04/09/2026
From learning English from scratch to GCSE maths success 🎓
Four students at Bedford College, part of The Bedford College Group, have successfully achieved their GCSE maths after arriving in the UK as refugees or asylum seekers and beginning their studies at entry level.
Faisal Abdallah, who fled Sudan, achieved a grade 4, alongside fellow ESOL for Maths (16-18) students Ha Nhat Tran (grade 4), Khan-Ly Nguyen (grade 5) and Nam Nguyen (grade 5).
All four began at entry level following their initial assessment before progressing through Level 1 and Level 2 Functional Skills and ultimately reaching GCSE standard.
Their achievement is particularly significant as they were learning a demanding new curriculum in an unfamiliar language while also adjusting to life in a new country.
A fantastic achievement for Faisal, Ha Nhat, Khan-Ly and Nam. 👏