ESOL Skills for Life: Speaking and Listening Course in Richmond upon Thames. Classes run at Parkshot, part-time during the day. You'll take an English language assessment before you start. This helps place you at the right level. The course runs over 10 weeks. You'll develop your pronunciation, build vocabulary, and practise taking part in discussions. These are practical skills for everyday life and for english for work. The course covers the Level 1 ESOL Skills for Life: Speaking and Listening qualification, recognised as part of the national ESOL Skills for Life framework.
Who this course is for
Do you want to improve your speaking and listening skills? This 3-month course will help you build confidence and communicate more effectively. You'll develop your pronunciation, learn to engage in discussions, and expand your vocabulary. This course is perfect for anyone looking to improve their English skills for everyday life or to enhance their CV. Our expert teachers will guide you in a supportive, adult-only environment.
Entry requirements
You will need to take an English language assessment before starting the course. This assessment helps us place you in the right level of Speaking and Listening course. We offer courses at all levels, from beginner to Level 2.
What you will learn
You'll practise speaking clearly and with better pronunciation.
You'll learn to take part in conversations and discussions.
You'll expand your everyday English vocabulary.
You'll develop your listening skills in different situations.
You'll learn to communicate more effectively in real-life settings.
You'll build skills useful for work, study, and daily life in the UK.
How you will learn
Classes take place in a classroom at Parkshot, twice a week during the day. You'll learn through speaking and listening activities, group discussions, and guided practice with your teacher. Assessment is through a spoken and listening task that you complete as part of the course. Your teacher will support you throughout and give feedback on your progress.
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 - speaking with customers and colleagues daily
Receptionist - greeting visitors and handling enquiries
Care assistant - communicating with clients and care teams
Retail assistant - serving customers and working in a team
Classroom support assistant - supporting teachers and pupils
Warehouse operative - following instructions and working safely
What you could study next
Level 2 Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening) - the next step up, for more complex communication tasks.
ESOL Skills for Life Reading and Writing (Level 1 or Level 2) - to develop your written English alongside your spoken skills.
Functional Skills English Level 1 or Level 2 - covers reading, writing, speaking and listening, and is recognised by employers as equivalent to GCSE English.
