Level 1 ESOL Skills for Life: Writing Course in Lambeth. Evening classes run at Morley College London Waterloo Campus, part-time over 5 weeks. Fees may apply depending on your circumstances, so check the college website for funding options. This is an english for speakers of other languages course focused on developing your written English at Level 1. You'll build on a strong upper-intermediate foundation, practising the writing skills needed to pass your Level 1 exam. The course suits those who have passed Entry Level 3 or write confidently at that level.
Who this course is for
You have passed your Entry 3 exams or understand and use English at a strong upper-intermediate level. You use the Roman alphabet confidently and have good study skills. In this class, you will develop your English and prepare for exams.
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 develop your written English at Level 1.
You'll practise structuring sentences and paragraphs accurately.
You'll learn to write for different purposes and audiences.
You'll build the vocabulary and grammar needed for Level 1 writing tasks.
You'll prepare for the City and Guilds Level 1 ESOL Skills for Life: Writing exam.
How you will learn
You'll study in a classroom at Morley College London Waterloo Campus during evening sessions. Learning is practical and exam-focused, with written tasks and teacher feedback throughout. Assessment is by a formal written exam set by City and Guilds. Before you enrol, you'll take a placement test and speak to a teacher at an Advice and Guidance day to confirm this is the right level for you.
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 helps in emails and messages.
Office administrator: writing skills used daily in workplace correspondence.
Healthcare support worker: written records and notes are part of the role.
Retail assistant: written communication supports stock, orders, and customer contact.
Teaching assistant: supporting written tasks in classrooms requires strong writing.
What you could study next
Level 2 Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Writing): the next step up for the level 1 esol skills for life: writing qualification, moving toward the standard employers often ask for.
Functional Skills English Level 1 or Level 2: a broader English qualification covering reading and writing, recognised as a GCSE equivalent at Level 2.
IELTS or other English language qualifications: if you're aiming for higher education or professional registration in the UK.
