Entry Level 1 ESOL Skills for Life: Writing at New City College Ardleigh Green Campus

Cost£270.00
Duration12 weeks
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
Start13 Apr 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyESB (English Speaking Board) awarding body

About this course

Entry Level 1 ESOL Skills for Life: Writing Course in Havering. Classes run at New City College Ardleigh Green Campus, full-time during the day. This is an entry level esol skills for life: writing course for learners aged 16 to 18 years old who are developing their written English. You'll build foundational writing skills in English for speakers of other languages, covering the basics of forming letters, words, and simple sentences. The course runs for 12 weeks. You'll finish with an English Speaking Board Entry Level 1 Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Writing) with certificate.

Who this course is for

16 - 18

What you will learn

  • You'll practise forming letters and words correctly in written English.
  • You'll write simple words and short sentences.
  • You'll learn basic spelling patterns and punctuation.
  • You'll understand how to write for simple everyday purposes.
  • You'll develop your ability to communicate basic information in writing.

How you will learn

You'll learn in a classroom at New City College Ardleigh Green Campus, with a teacher supporting you throughout. Assessment is through written tasks that show what you can do. You'll complete short writing activities matched to Entry Level 1. There are no exams under timed conditions at this level. Your teacher will assess your work as you progress through the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. New City College Ardleigh Green Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Completing this course supports your written English as you work toward employment.
  • Retail assistant: basic written English helps with stock labelling and notes.
  • Warehouse operative: reading and writing simple instructions and labels.
  • Cleaning operative: understanding written rotas and instructions.
  • Kitchen assistant: following written recipes and hygiene records.

What you could study next

  • Entry Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life (Writing): the natural next step, building on the writing skills you've gained here.
  • Entry Level 1 ESOL Skills for Life (Reading): develop your reading alongside your writing.
  • Entry Level 1 ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening): round out your English skills across all four areas.
  • Working toward Entry Level 2 and then Level 1 Functional Skills English opens up more employment and further study options in the UK.

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