Entry Level 2 ESOL Skills for Life: Reading Course in Richmond upon Thames. Classes run at Parkshot, part-time during the day. The course runs for 13 weeks. You'll develop your reading skills in English, covering skimming and scanning, understanding different simple texts, and building accuracy with written English. An English language assessment takes place before you start, so you join at the right level. These ESOL classes are taught by experienced English language teachers. Improving your English for work and everyday life starts with a solid foundation in reading.
Who this course is for
Do you want to improve your reading skills and gain a recognised qualification? This 3-month course will help you build confidence in reading, develop skimming and scanning skills, and understand different simple texts. You'll learn from experienced English language teachers. Improving your English and getting an ESOL qualification can help you with your future and open doors to new job opportunities. This course is for anyone looking to enhance their reading abilities and achieve a nationally recognised award.
Entry requirements
We offer courses at all levels, from Pre-Entry to Level 2. You will need to take an English language assessment before starting the course. This helps us place you at the right level for your reading course.
What you will learn
You'll develop skimming and scanning skills to find information quickly in texts.
You'll read and understand a range of simple texts, including signs, notices, and short articles.
You'll identify the main points and details in written English.
You'll recognise common vocabulary used in everyday and work contexts.
You'll build accuracy in reading unfamiliar words using context and word structure.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Parkshot, with guidance from English language teachers. Learning is built around reading tasks using real texts. Assessment is through a formal reading exam set by Ascentis. Your initial English language assessment before the course starts helps place you at the right level and shapes your learning plan.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Parkshot will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Customer service assistant: reading product info, emails, and instructions
Warehouse operative: reading safety signs, labels, and work orders
Care assistant: reading care plans and daily notes
Retail assistant: reading stock sheets and written communications
Cleaner or facilities operative: reading schedules and health and safety notices
School support worker: reading classroom materials alongside pupils
What you could study next
Entry Level 3 ESOL Skills for Life (Reading): the next step up in reading, covering more complex texts.
Entry Level 2 or 3 ESOL Skills for Life (Writing or Listening and Speaking): broaden your English skills across all areas.
Functional Skills English Entry Level 3: combines reading, writing, and speaking and listening in one qualification, moving toward the GCSE equivalent standard.
