Level 1 ESOL Skills for Life: Reading Course in Redhill. Classes run at Orbital South Colleges East Surrey College, full-time during the day. This 34-week course builds your English reading skills alongside writing, speaking, and listening. You'll also study maths and develop IT skills. The course includes a Work-Related Project and Work Experience, giving you practical preparation for employment. It suits learners who are confident in everyday English and want to improve their prospects for work or further vocational training.
Who this course is for
16 or 16+
What you will learn
You'll read and understand information from a range of unfamiliar sources.
You'll develop your grammar, including a range of verb tenses.
You'll build vocabulary to use in everyday and work-related situations.
You'll practise speaking and listening skills, including taking part in discussions.
You'll develop IT skills relevant to study and employment.
You'll complete a work-related project to prepare for the workplace.
You'll gain work experience to support your future employability.
How you will learn
You'll study in a classroom at Orbital South Colleges East Surrey College, five days a week during the day. Learning covers reading, writing, speaking, listening, maths, and IT. Assessment is through coursework and tasks set by Ascentis. You'll also complete a work-related project and a period of work experience as part of the qualification.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Orbital South Colleges East Surrey College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant: uses clear written and spoken English daily.
Retail sales assistant: reading product information, labels, and instructions.
Warehouse operative: following written instructions and safety notices.
Care assistant: reading care plans and communicating with colleagues.
Receptionist: reading and responding to written messages and emails.
Catering assistant: reading menus, orders, and food safety guidance.
What you could study next
Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life (Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening): the next step if you want to reach the standard employers describe as equivalent to GCSE English.
Functional Skills English Level 1 or Level 2: a qualification that many employers and colleges recognise alongside GCSE English.
Vocational qualifications at Level 1 or Level 2: once your English is at Level 1, you can move into trade or professional training in areas such as health and social care, hospitality, or construction.
