Entry Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life: Reading course in Havering. Classes run at Havering Adult College Bower Park Centre. Daytime sessions run part-time over 13 weeks, making it manageable alongside other commitments. The course builds your English reading skills at Entry Level 2, covering how to understand everyday written texts in English. Before you start, you'll sit a short assessment with an ESOL teacher to confirm this is the right level for you. If you've already passed any ESOL qualifications, bring your certificate along. City and Guilds Entry Level 2 Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Reading) with certificate.
Who this course is for
Anyone who has completed all units ESOL Entry Level 1 or completed Entry Level 2 unit for writing and/or speaking and listening. Any learner who has been evaluated at Entry Level 2 by an ESOL teacher during a PCI session.
Entry requirements
"Before the course, you will be required to sit an initial assessment with an ESOL teacher to determine your current level to ensure the course you attend is the most suitable level for you. If you have previously passed any ESOL qualifications, please bring your certificate with you."
What you will learn
You'll read and understand short, everyday texts in English.
You'll identify the main points in simple written information.
You'll follow written instructions and notices.
You'll recognise common words and phrases used in daily life.
You'll understand the meaning of words in context.
You'll read texts related to familiar topics such as work, home, and community.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom with an ESOL teacher. Sessions focus on reading practice using everyday texts and materials. Assessment is through tasks and activities that show what you can read and understand. Your teacher will track your progress throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Havering Adult College Bower Park Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start. If you have previously passed any ESOL qualifications, bring your certificate to your initial assessment.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Completing this free esol skills for life: reading course opens doors to roles where written English matters.
Retail assistant: reads product labels, notices, and instructions at work.
Care assistant: reads care plans, rotas, and written guidance.
Cleaner or caretaker: follows written health and safety instructions.
Warehouse operative: reads picking lists, labels, and safety signs.
School or nursery support worker: reads communications from staff and parents.
Kitchen assistant: reads menus, allergen information, and food hygiene notices.
What you could study next
Once you complete this Entry Level 2 Award, you can move on to:
Entry Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life (Writing) or (Speaking and Listening) — to complete your skills at this level.
Entry Level 3 ESOL Skills for Life (Reading) — the next step up in reading, part of the learn english uk journey toward Functional Skills.
Entry Level 3 ESOL Skills for Life (combined units) — if you want to develop reading, writing, and speaking together at the next level.
