Entry Level 1 ESOL Skills for Life: Speaking and Listening Course in Westminster. Classes run at City of Westminster College Maida Vale Campus, part-time during the day over 15 weeks. This entry level ESOL skills for life speaking and listening qualification is designed for adults. Your entry requirements will be assessed individually before you start. You'll develop your spoken English, practising how to listen and respond in everyday situations. The course covers the skills employers and daily life in the UK require.
Who this course is for
Adults Only
Entry requirements
Entry Requirements will be assessed on an individual basis
What you will learn
You'll listen and respond to simple spoken instructions and questions.
You'll speak clearly enough to be understood in basic everyday conversations.
You'll follow short spoken exchanges on familiar topics.
You'll ask and answer simple questions in a range of everyday situations.
You'll build confidence speaking in a group or classroom setting.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based activities including speaking and listening exercises, group discussions, and teacher-led practice. Assessment is practical: you'll be observed speaking and listening in structured tasks rather than sitting a written exam. Your tutor will assess your performance directly during class activities.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. City of Westminster College Maida Vale Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer-facing roles: speaking clearly helps in shops, cafes, and reception work.
Care assistant: communication skills are essential when supporting clients.
Cleaning or facilities operative: follow spoken instructions confidently.
Warehouse or stock operative: understand verbal instructions from supervisors.
What you could study next
Entry Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening): the next step up, building on the skills you've developed.
Entry Level 1 or 2 ESOL Skills for Life (Reading and Writing): broaden your English skills to cover written communication.
Functional Skills English Entry Level 2 or 3: moves toward the qualification employers and colleges recognise as a GCSE equivalent.
