Entry Level 1 ESOL Skills for Life: Writing Course in Hackney. Classes run at New City College Hackney Campus, full-time during the day. This 12-week course develops your written English at Entry Level 1, covering the foundational writing skills that employers and everyday life in the UK require. It suits anyone learning english for work or building written communication from the ground up. These entry level esol skills for life: writing classes are taught in a classroom with support from a teacher.
Who this course is for
16 to 18
What you will learn
You'll write simple words and short sentences in English.
You'll learn how to use basic punctuation, including full stops and capital letters.
You'll practise forming letters and spelling common everyday words.
You'll write short texts for simple, familiar purposes such as forms or notes.
You'll understand how to organise writing so it makes sense to a reader.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at New City College Hackney Campus. Your tutor will guide you through writing tasks in each session. Assessment is through written tasks that show what you can do. There is no formal exam. Your work is assessed against the English Speaking Board's Entry Level 1 criteria.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. New City College Hackney Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Cleaner or domestic assistant: basic written English supports job applications.
Kitchen assistant: helps with reading and writing simple workplace instructions.
Retail assistant: supports writing notes, labels, and simple records.
Factory or warehouse operative: helps with written health and safety forms.
Care home domestic worker: supports written communication with colleagues.
What you could study next
Entry Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life (Writing): the natural next step, building on what you've learned here.
Entry Level 1 ESOL Skills for Life (Reading): develop your reading skills alongside your writing.
Entry Level 1 ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening): round out your English communication skills.
Functional Skills English Entry Level 1: a broader English qualification that covers reading, writing, and communication together.
