Entry Level ESOL Skills for Life: Reading Course in Croydon. Classes run at John Ruskin College, full-time during the day. This entry level ESOL skills for life: reading course runs for 34 weeks and covers reading alongside speaking, listening, and writing. You'll also develop employability skills and learn about everyday life in the UK. No formal qualifications are needed to join. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm the right level for you.
Who this course is for
16 or 16+
What you will learn
You'll develop your English reading skills for everyday situations in the UK.
You'll practise speaking and listening in English.
You'll build your English writing skills.
You'll learn vocabulary and language for the world of work.
You'll develop employability and personal development skills.
You'll take part in educational and cultural visits that support your learning.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at John Ruskin College, with daytime sessions five days a week. Your teachers will work with you on reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Learning is practical and focused on everyday English. Assessment is through tasks and activities that reflect real reading situations, matched to Entry Level 1.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. John Ruskin College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant: English reading skills support customer-facing roles.
Warehouse operative: workplace signs, instructions, and forms require reading skills.
Care assistant: reading care plans and written instructions is essential.
Retail assistant: reading product labels, rotas, and communications.
Cleaner or catering assistant: following written health and safety instructions.
What you could study next
Entry Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life (Reading): the next step up in reading skills.
Entry Level ESOL Skills for Life (Writing): develop your written English alongside reading.
Functional Skills English Entry Level 2 or Level 1: broader English qualification covering reading, writing, speaking, and listening, recognised by employers and colleges.
Vocational courses at Level 1 or 2: once your English is strong enough, you can move into job-specific training in areas like health and social care, business, or hospitality.
