Entry Level ESOL Skills for Life: Reading Course in Redhill. Classes run at Orbital South Colleges East Surrey College, full-time during the day. The course runs for 34 weeks. You'll develop your English reading skills as part of a broader ESOL programme covering reading, writing, speaking, and listening. It also includes maths and IT practice. These are entry level esol skills for life reading classes suited to those with limited English who want to build everyday reading ability and improve their chances in work and further study. Entry Level Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Reading) (Entry 1) with certificate.
Who this course is for
16 or 16+
What you will learn
You'll read and understand simple texts on familiar topics.
You'll build your vocabulary in everyday English.
You'll practise basic grammar to support your reading comprehension.
You'll develop your speaking and listening skills alongside reading.
You'll improve your writing skills at entry level.
You'll practise core maths and IT skills as part of the programme.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at Orbital South Colleges East Surrey College, attending full-time during the day. Teaching covers reading, writing, speaking, and listening. You'll be assessed through tasks and activities set by Ascentis. Maths is assessed through Pearson Edexcel. Assessment is ongoing throughout the 34 weeks rather than in a single exam at the end.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Orbital South Colleges East Surrey College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant: reading signs, forms, and instructions at work.
Warehouse operative: reading labels, safety notices, and delivery notes.
Retail assistant: reading product information and written instructions.
Catering assistant: reading menus, orders, and food safety guidance.
Cleaner or housekeeper: reading rotas, labels, and workplace notices.
What you could study next
Entry Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life (Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening): the natural next step to keep building your English.
Entry Level 3 ESOL Skills for Life: moves you closer to everyday workplace English and further study.
Functional Skills English Entry Level 3: a stepping stone toward the Level 1 and Level 2 qualifications that many employers ask for when they say 'GCSE English or equivalent'.
