Level 1 ESOL Skills for Life: Writing Course in Lambeth. Classes run at Morley College London Waterloo Campus, part-time during the day. Check the college website for fees and funding options, as costs may vary depending on your circumstances. You'll develop your English writing skills at Level 1, alongside reading and speaking and listening at Level 2. The course runs over 5 weeks. You'll take an initial assessment first to confirm this is the right level for you.
Who this course is for
You have passed all your Entry 3 exams or use English at an upper- intermediate level. You are a strong learner and will quickly learn to use English more confidently and prepare for Reading and Writing in June. You might have a chance to do Speaking and Listening exam as well if you haven't taken it in March
Entry requirements
At our Advice & Guidance days, you will take a test and speak to a teacher before you can enrol. Assessment dates are updated regularly on our website: https://www.morleycollege.ac.uk/departments/essential skills/how do i enrol
What you will learn
You'll practise writing clearly and accurately in everyday English.
You'll develop your grammar and sentence structure at Level 1.
You'll build your vocabulary for common real-life situations.
You'll improve your reading skills alongside your writing.
You'll develop speaking and listening skills at Level 2.
You'll prepare for the Level 1 writing exam.
How you will learn
Classes are classroom based and run part-time during the day. Each term focuses on a specific skill for the exam taken that term, while covering all four skills: reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Assessment is by a formal written exam. When you pass the unit, you receive a certificate.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Morley College London Waterloo Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant - clear written English is often required
Receptionist - writing emails and messages confidently
Retail assistant - handling written communications at work
Care assistant - completing written records and notes
Warehouse operative - reading and writing instructions accurately
School support worker - communicating with staff and parents in writing
What you could study next
Level 1 ESOL Skills for Life (Reading) - develop your reading skills to complete a full Level 1 ESOL qualification.
Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life - the next step up, covering writing, reading, and speaking and listening at a higher level.
Functional Skills English Level 1 or Level 2 - recognised by employers as equivalent to GCSE English, useful for work and further study.
