Entry Level 1 ESOL Speaking and Listening Course in Richmond upon Thames – Parkshot

Cost£367.00
Duration10 weeks
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
Start11 Jan 2027
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyAscentis awarding body

About this course

Entry Level 1 ESOL Skills for Life: Speaking and Listening Course in Richmond upon Thames. Classes run at Parkshot, part-time during the day. Before you start, you take an English language assessment so the centre can place you at the right level. The course runs for 10 weeks. You work on speaking clearly, listening carefully, pronunciation, vocabulary, and simple conversations. These are the skills that help in everyday life and at work. ESOL classes like this one are a practical step toward improving your English and building toward further qualifications.

Who this course is for

This 3-month ESOL qualification course will provide you with the opportunity to develop your speaking and listening skills in the following ways: Improve speaking and listening skills Improve pronunciation skills Have simple discussions Communicate with others Improve vocabulary and grammar knowledge You will learn in teachers with English language teaching experience. Improving your English and getting an ESOL qualification can help you with your future and to get a job.

Entry requirements

We have courses at all levels of the Adult ESOL Curriculum from Pre-Entry (for complete beginners) and Entry Level up to Level 2. We will help you find the correct level for you before you start your course. Before you start this course, you need to take an English language assessment to help us put you in the right level of Speaking and Listening course.

What you will learn

  • You'll practise speaking clearly in simple everyday situations.
  • You'll develop your listening skills to understand others more easily.
  • You'll improve your pronunciation in English.
  • You'll take part in simple discussions and short conversations.
  • You'll build your vocabulary and understanding of basic grammar.
  • You'll learn how to communicate with other people in English.

How you will learn

You learn in a classroom with a teacher who has English language teaching experience. Classes run twice a week. You take part in speaking and listening activities with your teacher and other learners. Assessment is through speaking and listening tasks that show what you can do. Your teacher will guide you through each task.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Parkshot will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Customer service assistant. Speak with customers and colleagues in English.
  • Care assistant. Communicate clearly with clients and care teams.
  • Retail assistant. Use English for work in a shop or store.
  • Cleaner or domestic worker. Follow instructions and talk with supervisors.
  • Kitchen assistant. Work in a team and understand spoken instructions.

What you could study next

Once you complete Entry Level 1, you can move up through the ESOL Skills for Life qualifications. Entry Level 2 and Entry Level 3 build on your speaking and listening skills. You can also add Reading and Writing qualifications at the same level. Parkshot offers courses across all levels up to Level 2, so there is a clear route to progress as your English improves.

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