Level 1 ESOL Skills for Life: Writing Course in Brent. Classes run at Wembley Friendship Centre, part-time during the day. You'll have an initial assessment before you start, so the centre can plan your learning at the right level. The course runs over 12 weeks and covers the written English skills you can use personally and professionally. It suits anyone balancing study with other commitments. These esol skills for life writing classes are part of the english for speakers of other languages offer in Brent.
Who this course is for
Adults looking to gain knowledge and skills by undertaking practical learning, which you will be able to use personally and professionally.
Entry requirements
Initial assessment
What you will learn
You'll write sentences and short texts clearly in English.
You'll use correct spelling for common words in written English.
You'll apply basic punctuation, including capital letters and full stops.
You'll structure writing to communicate a message clearly.
You'll write for practical everyday purposes, such as forms, notes, and messages.
You'll build accuracy in grammar for written English.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Wembley Friendship Centre. Learning is practical and activity-based, helping you apply writing skills directly. You'll be assessed through written tasks and exercises that reflect real-life situations. Your tutor will use your initial assessment to plan learning at the right pace for you.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Wembley Friendship Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Cleaner or domestic assistant: written English supports workplace communication.
Care assistant: writing skills help with notes and records.
Retail assistant: written English used daily for tasks and messages.
Warehouse operative: reading and writing support health and safety compliance.
Kitchen assistant: written skills help with labelling and instructions.
Childcare helper: written communication needed for parents and staff.
What you could study next
Level 2 Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Writing): the next step up, taking your written English to a higher level.
Level 1 Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Reading): broaden your English skills alongside writing.
Functional Skills English Level 1: combines reading, writing, and speaking in one qualification, recognised by many employers as equivalent to a foundation English standard.
